How far is it from Hughson, CA, to University of California-Merced, CA, ?

The distance between Hughson, CA, and University of California-Merced, CA, is 37 mi by road.

What is the best route from Hughson, CA, to University of California-Merced, CA, ?

The fastest route from Hughson, CA, to University of California-Merced, CA, covers 37 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h.

Which direction is University of California-Merced, CA from Hughson, CA?

University of California-Merced, CA lies roughly to the south-east of Hughson, CA.

Which roads does the route from Hughson, CA to University of California-Merced, CA follow?

The drive from Hughson, CA to University of California-Merced, CA mainly follows J7.

Which towns do you pass between Hughson, CA and University of California-Merced, CA?

Towns on the route from Hughson, CA to University of California-Merced, CA include Turlock, Livingston, Atwater, Merced.

Are there charging stations between Hughson, CA and University of California-Merced, CA?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Hughson, CA to University of California-Merced, CA, including Applegate Plaza (350 kW); Target T2386 (Atwater, CA) (350 kW); Walmart 1963 (Turlock, CA) (350 kW). Charging points on this route: 53.

Hughson, CA University of California-Merced, CA

Distance: 37 miDuration: 1 h

Driving from Hughson, CA to University of California-Merced, CA takes about 1 h via J7. The distance is 37 mi. The straight-line distance is 30 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Turlock, CA, Livingston, CA, Franklin, CA. Driving directions

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Driving directions14 · 37 mi

This 36-mile stretch takes about 59 minutes via Fox Road. From J7, head onto Santa Fe Avenue and follow Ansel Adams Road through the Central Valley. The route finishes at the University of California-Merced, 60 miles north of Fresno.

1 Depart onto Fox Road 61 yd
2 Turn right onto Charles Street 1 mi
3 At end of road, turn left onto Santa Fe Avenue 10 mi
4 Continue straight onto Santa Fe Drive 19 mi
5 Turn left 1 mi
6 Turn right onto West Yosemite Avenue 2 mi
7 Turn left onto G Street 3 mi
8 Turn right onto East Bellevue Road 3 mi

9 Turn left onto Lake Road 1 mi
10 Turn right onto Rancher's Road 1 mi
11 Continue slightly left onto Rancher's Road 1 mi
12 Continue slightly right onto Ansel Adams Road 1 mi
13 Turn straight 174 yd
14 Arrive straight

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The return trip from University of California-Merced, CA to Hughson, CA covers roughly the same distance, 37 mi.

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Charging points along the way

53 chargers

Applegate PlazaCCS, CHAdeMO · 1264 Commerce Ave, Atwater, CA, 95301350 kW
Target T2386 (Atwater, CA)CCS · 1000 Commerce Ave, AtWater, CA, 95301350 kW
Walmart 1963 (Turlock, CA)CCS · 2111 Fulkerth Road, Turlock, CA, 95380350 kW
Chevron - Tesla SuperchargerTesla · 2800 Fulkerth Rd, Turlock, CA, 95380250 kW
Countryside Plaza - Tesla SuperchargerTesla · 1680 Countryside Drive, Turlock, CA, 95380250 kW

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University of California-Merced, CA → Castle Airport (MER)10 mi · 30 min University of California-Merced, CA → Waterford, CA33 mi · 1 h University of California-Merced, CA → Gustine, CA40 mi · 1 h 5 min University of California-Merced, CA → Atwater, CA16 mi · 30 min University of California-Merced, CA → Hilmar-Irwin, CA30 mi · 45 min University of California-Merced, CA → Turlock, CA34 mi · 50 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated November 2, 2026.

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How far is it from Hughson, CA, {fromState} to University of California-Merced, CA, {toState}?: The distance between Hughson, CA, {fromState} and University of California-Merced, CA, {toState} is 37 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Hughson, CA, {fromState} to University of California-Merced, CA, {toState}?: The drive from Hughson, CA, {fromState} to University of California-Merced, CA, {toState} takes approximately 1 h by car.
What is the best route from Hughson, CA, {fromState} to University of California-Merced, CA, {toState}?: The fastest route from Hughson, CA, {fromState} to University of California-Merced, CA, {toState} covers 37 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h.
Which direction is University of California-Merced, CA from Hughson, CA?: University of California-Merced, CA lies roughly to the south-east of Hughson, CA.
Which roads does the route from Hughson, CA to University of California-Merced, CA follow?: The drive from Hughson, CA to University of California-Merced, CA mainly follows J7.
Which towns do you pass between Hughson, CA and University of California-Merced, CA?: Towns on the route from Hughson, CA to University of California-Merced, CA include Turlock, Livingston, Atwater, Merced.
Are there charging stations between Hughson, CA and University of California-Merced, CA?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Hughson, CA to University of California-Merced, CA, including Applegate Plaza (350 kW); Target T2386 (Atwater, CA) (350 kW); Walmart 1963 (Turlock, CA) (350 kW). Charging points on this route: 53.

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