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

The distance between Turlock, CA, and University of California-Merced, CA, is 35 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Turlock, CA, to University of California-Merced, CA, ?

The drive from Turlock, CA, to University of California-Merced, CA, takes approximately 50 min by car.

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

The fastest route from Turlock, CA, to University of California-Merced, CA, covers 35 mi with a driving time of approximately 50 min.

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

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

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

The drive from Turlock, CA to University of California-Merced, CA mainly follows CA 99.

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

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

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

Yes. You can charge along the route from Turlock, 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: 38.

Turlock, CA University of California-Merced, CA

Distance: 35 miDuration: 50 min

Driving from Turlock, CA to University of California-Merced, CA takes about 50 min via CA 99. The distance is 35 mi. The straight-line distance is 26 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Turlock, CA, Hilmar-Irwin, CA, Livingston, CA, Franklin, CA. Driving directions

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Driving directions19 · 35 mi

1 Depart onto North Front Street 103 yd
2 Turn right onto North Golden State Boulevard 2 mi
3 Turn right onto East Olive Avenue 1 mi
4 Continue straight onto Lander Avenue 2 mi
5 Take ramp left 1 mi
6 Merge slightly left 22 mi
7 Take exit slightly right 1 mi
8 Continue straight onto West 16th Street 1 mi
9 Turn slightly left 116 yd
10 Turn left onto Snelling Highway 2 mi
11 Turn right onto West Yosemite Avenue 2 mi
12 Turn left onto G Street 3 mi
13 Turn right onto East Bellevue Road 3 mi

14 Turn left onto Lake Road 1 mi
15 Turn right onto Rancher's Road 1 mi
16 Continue slightly left onto Rancher's Road 1 mi
17 Continue slightly right onto Ansel Adams Road 1 mi
18 Turn straight 174 yd
19 Arrive straight

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The return trip from University of California-Merced, CA to Turlock, CA covers roughly the same distance, 35 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

38 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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Popular destinations close by

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 → Hughson, CA37 mi · 1 h

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

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How far is it from Turlock, CA, {fromState} to University of California-Merced, CA, {toState}?: The distance between Turlock, CA, {fromState} and University of California-Merced, CA, {toState} is 35 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Turlock, CA, {fromState} to University of California-Merced, CA, {toState}?: The drive from Turlock, CA, {fromState} to University of California-Merced, CA, {toState} takes approximately 50 min by car.
What is the best route from Turlock, CA, {fromState} to University of California-Merced, CA, {toState}?: The fastest route from Turlock, CA, {fromState} to University of California-Merced, CA, {toState} covers 35 mi with a driving time of approximately 50 min.
Which direction is University of California-Merced, CA from Turlock, CA?: University of California-Merced, CA lies roughly to the east of Turlock, CA.
Which roads does the route from Turlock, CA to University of California-Merced, CA follow?: The drive from Turlock, CA to University of California-Merced, CA mainly follows CA 99.
Which towns do you pass between Turlock, CA and University of California-Merced, CA?: Towns on the route from Turlock, CA to University of California-Merced, CA include Hilmar-Irwin, Livingston, Atwater, Merced.
Are there charging stations between Turlock, CA and University of California-Merced, CA?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Turlock, 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: 38.

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