Origin
Clovis, CA
Morning in Clovis on Sunday
Local time
9:39 AM
PDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clovis, CA to Miramonte, CA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
46.9 mi
75 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clovis, CA
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Miramonte, CA
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Trip Overview
Clovis to Miramonte is 46.9 miles and takes about 1 hour 15 minutes via CA 180, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Pacific Coast region, transitioning from a more urban-influenced start to a more rural feel as you head east. It’s a straightforward trip, mostly on a primary highway, making it a convenient option if you're looking for a short, efficient journey. Consider this route for its simplicity and the clear progression from one California locale to another without significant complexity.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CA 180 | 31.4 mi | 41m |
| Dunlap Road | 10 mi | 24m |
| Clovis Avenue | 5.1 mi | 8m |
| 4th Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
CA 180
— 31.4 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clovis, CA and Miramonte, CA.
1
Start on 4th Street
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
4th Street
2
Turn right onto Clovis Avenue
5.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Clovis Avenue
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward CA 180 East: Pine Flat Lake
4
Merge onto CA 180
31 mi
·
41 min
·
CA 180
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Turn right onto Dunlap Road
10.0 mi
·
24 min
·
Dunlap Road
6
Arrive at destination
Dunlap Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.5 miles from Clovis, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 36.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Clovis Avenue
Turn right onto Clovis Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
5.2 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Turn left toward CA 180 East: Pine Flat Lake
Navigation decision point
Toward CA 180 East: Pine Flat Lake
5
5.5 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
CA 180
Merge onto CA 180
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
3
36.9 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
Dunlap Road
Turn right onto Dunlap Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.78 one way
$21.56 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $11.11 | $22.22 |
| premium | $6.18 | $11.41 | $22.81 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.35 | $20.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.92 | $2.25 |
| Efficient EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.10 | $1.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.57 | $3.00 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Miramonte, CA
Morning in Miramonte on Sunday
Local time
9:39 AM
PDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
18°F
Squaw Valley, CA
23 mi in
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
13 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 15m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 67% of the route utilizing major roadways like CA 180. You'll experience stretches of faster driving, including a continuous segment of 31.4 miles on CA 180, which offers a consistent pace. The road character is largely defined by its highway nature, meaning you can expect a steady journey for most of the 46.9 miles. It's designed for efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways.
67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
6 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 31.4 mi on CA 180.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CA 180 and Dunlap Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Clovis Avenue.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Clovis, CA to Miramonte, CA is easy. At 1h 15m with 67% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Clovis Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 5.5 miles (CA 180): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Clovis, CA
Full guide →Clovis is a city in Fresno County in California's San Joaquin Valley.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 15m. Total distance: 46.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 31.4 miles on CA 180. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Clovis Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 5.5 miles (CA 180): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Miramonte, CA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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