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Distance from Salinas to Turlock

Driving Distance
103.3 mi 166.3 km
Flying Distance
71.9 mi 115.7 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Salinas, California to Turlock, California is 103.3 mi (166.3 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 71.9 mi (115.7 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 9 min

The estimated travel time by road is 1 hour 54 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, substantial in a northeast direction. Average speeds around 52 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Salinas
Place Salinas
State/Province California
Country US
Latitude 36.677737
Longitude -121.655501
GPS 36.677737° N, 121.655501° W
Local Time 12:04 AM
Timezone America/Los_Angeles

Destination:

Turlock
Place Turlock
State/Province California
Country US
Latitude 37.494574
Longitude -120.845979
GPS 37.494574° N, 120.845979° W
Local Time 12:04 AM
Timezone America/Los_Angeles

Journey Summary

Traveling from Salinas, California to Turlock, California covers 103.3 mi (166.3 km) in a northeast direction. This mixed highways and local roads, substantial route typically takes 1 hour 54 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (102.7-131.9 miles / 165-212 km). The primary route shown here saves 23 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 52 mph (84 km/h).

Available Routes

CA-152 E and CA-165 N
103.3 mi 1 hour 54 minutes
Shortest Fastest
US-101 N and CA-152 E
131.9 mi 2 hours 18 minutes
CA-152 E
102.7 mi 1 hour 55 minutes

How is the distance calculated?

Driving distances are based on actual road data. We use advanced routing algorithms that consider traffic, tolls, highways, and local streets. For air distances (as the crow flies), we use the Vincenty formula. It's a precise method that accounts for the Earth's shape and provides accuracy up to 0.5 mm.

When multiple route options exist, we display both the shortest and fastest paths. Travel times are estimated based on typical speeds for each road type, though actual times may vary with traffic and weather conditions. All distances are shown in both miles and kilometers for convenience.