Weekend Drives from California City, CA
Routes
7
Avg Distance
117 mi
Avg Drive
2h 19m
Destinations
7
If you're looking for a drive that doesn't eat your whole weekend, California City, CA delivers. 7 mapped routes, 7 unique destinations, and an average drive of 117 miles — close enough to leave after breakfast and be back for dinner.
Planning Tips
- Leave early on Saturday to beat traffic out of California City, CA — the first hour often determines the whole drive's mood.
- Pack snacks and water even for short drives. A 2-hour drive with a good stop becomes a 3-hour experience.
- Check fuel prices at your destination versus California City, CA — sometimes filling up before you leave saves more than you'd expect.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 7 mapped routes from California City, CA that are between 1 and 4 hours of driving, covering 7 unique destinations. Average distance is about 117 miles one way.
Drive times and distances come from actual road network data via OSRM. Fuel costs use current state-level gas prices. Drive scores factor in elevation profile, road variety, and terrain. All data is recalculated regularly.
Yes. Click any route to see its full trip page with turn-by-turn directions, fuel cost estimates, elevation profile, stop suggestions, weather conditions, and more.
All Weekend Drives
California City, CA → Bakersfield, CA
68.4 mi
1h 23m
Score: 7/10
California City, CA → San Bernardino, CA
102.6 mi
2h 5m
Score: 9/10
California City, CA → Los Angeles, CA
108.5 mi
2h 8m
Score: 9/10
California City, CA → Riverside, CA
115.1 mi
2h 19m
Score: 9/10
California City, CA → Anaheim, CA
134.5 mi
2h 39m
Score: 9/10
California City, CA → Santa Ana, CA
140.7 mi
2h 45m
Score: 9/10
California City, CA → Irvine, CA
149.2 mi
2h 53m
Score: 9/10