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Distance from Salinas , California to Walnut Creek , California
Route Information
The driving distance from Salinas, California to Walnut Creek, California is 109.7 mi (176.5 km)
The straight-line (air) distance is 87.9 mi (141.5 km)
The estimated flight time is 0 hr 11 min (assuming average flight speed of 500 mph)
The estimated travel time by road is 1 hour 55 minutes
Traveling fast highway, substantial in a north direction. Average speeds around 67 mph.
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Journey Summary
Traveling from Salinas, California to Walnut Creek, California covers 109.7 mi (176.5 km) in a north direction. This fast highway, substantial route typically takes 1 hour 55 minutes under normal conditions.
Drivers have 2 route options between these locations (103.5-109.7 miles / 167-176 km). The primary route shown here saves 18 minutes compared to alternatives.
The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 67 mph (108 km/h).
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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.