If you are planning a quick excursion from Alamo to Laguna, you are looking at a straightforward 74.7-mile journey. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 44 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a simple day trip. You will navigate primarily via CA 160, CA 4, and the Victory Highway, keeping you within the Pacific Coast region for the duration of the ride. With a fuel budget of approximately $17, the trip is quite economical for a solo traveler or a small group. Since the route is designed as a single-day commitment, there is no need to worry about overnight logistics. It is an ideal option if you want to get from point A to point B efficiently without overcomplicating your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.4 miles from Alamo, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 45m into the drive
.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 44m. Total distance: 74.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (61%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This trip is defined by a highway-focused profile, with 61% of your travel taking place on major roads. You should prepare for a consistent pace, as the longest uninterrupted stretch spans 18.2 miles along CA 160. While the drive remains relatively steady, the transition between CA 4 and the Victory Highway provides a shift in the road's rhythm. You will spend most of your time focused on highway driving rather than local maneuvering. Overall, the route offers a reliable experience for those who prefer predictable roads over winding, technical paths.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
CA 160 is the longest continuous segment at about 18.2 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
270 ft-10 ft
Total Climb
246 ft
Total Descent
488 ft
Highest Point
270 ft
Elevation Range
280 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CA 160 and CA 4. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Stone Valley Road.
Driving Effort9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 74.7 miles you will encounter 22 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Stone Valley Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.6 miles (CA 242): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 22 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Stone Valley Road
Turn right onto Stone Valley Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
0.3 mi into trip|~0m in
Take the ramp toward I 680 North: Sacramento, San Jose
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 680 North: Sacramento, San Jose
9
8.6 mi into trip|~10m in|CA 242
Keep slight right at fork onto CA 242 toward CA 242 North: Concord, Pittsburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 50
Toward CA 242 North: Concord, Pittsburg
9
27.5 mi into trip|~32m in|CA 160
Keep slight right at fork onto CA 160 toward CA 160: Rio Vista, Sacramento
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 30
Toward CA 160: Rio Vista, Sacramento
7
70.2 mi into trip|~1h 34m in
Take the exit toward Elk Grove Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 506
Toward Elk Grove Boulevard
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Alamo, CA and Laguna, CA, road signs point toward Pittsburg and Sacramento.
Pittsburg
8.6 mi in|~10m|via CA 242
Sacramento
27.5 mi in|~32m|via CA 160
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
CA 160
18.2 mi
24m
CA 4
15 mi
17m
Victory Highway
8.2 mi
13m
Westside Freeway
8.1 mi
8m
Senator Daniel E Boatwright Highway
5 mi
5m
Twin Cities Road
4.4 mi
7m
CA 242
3.9 mi
4m
River Road
3.4 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
CA 160
— 18.2 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alamo, CA and Laguna, CA.
1
Start on this road
74 ft·7 sec·this road
2
Turn right onto Danville Boulevard
72 ft·3 sec·Danville Boulevard
3
Turn right onto Stone Valley Road
0.3 mi·47 sec·Stone Valley Road
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·31 sec
Toward I 680 North: Sacramento, San Jose
5
Merge onto I 680
3.1 mi·3 min·Donald D Doyle Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on I 680
5.0 mi·5 min·Senator Daniel E Boatwright Highway
Toward I 680, CA 24Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto CA 242
3.9 mi·4 min·CA 242
Exit 50Toward CA 242 North: Concord, PittsburgUse the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto CA 4
15 mi·17 min·CA 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto CA 160
18 mi·24 min·CA 160
Exit 30Toward CA 160: Rio Vista, SacramentoUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn straight onto CA 160
1.2 mi·1 min·River Road
11
Turn left onto CA 160
0.1 mi·1 min·Victory Highway
12
Continue on CA 160
8.1 mi·12 min·Victory Highway
13
Turn right onto J11
461 ft·55 sec·Walnut Grove Bridge
14
Turn left onto E13
2.2 mi·3 min·River Road
15
Turn right onto E13
4.4 mi·7 min·Twin Cities Road
16
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·32 sec
17
Merge onto I 5
8.1 mi·8 min·Westside Freeway
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi·39 sec
Exit 506Toward Elk Grove BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Turn right onto E12
3.0 mi·5 min·Elk Grove Boulevard
Use the left / uturn lanes.
20
Turn left onto Foulks Ranch Drive
0.7 mi·1 min·Foulks Ranch Drive
Use the left lane.
21
At end of road, turn right onto Laguna Park Drive
0.2 mi·29 sec·Laguna Park Drive
22
Turn right onto Seasons Drive
0.2 mi·37 sec·Seasons Drive
23
Turn left onto November Drive
0.1 mi·29 sec·November Drive
24
At end of road, turn left onto Mapleview Way
155 ft·12 sec·Mapleview Way
25
Turn left onto Fall Breeze Court
183 ft·8 sec·Fall Breeze Court
26
Arrive at destination
Fall Breeze Court
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 74.7-mile distance without needing formal rest stops, though you should factor in your own comfort levels before heading out. Keep your $17 fuel estimate in mind as you plan your budget, and consider topping off your tank before you leave Alamo to avoid any mid-trip stops. Because the route is direct, your best strategy is to monitor traffic patterns on CA 160 before you pull out of your driveway. Taking advantage of the lack of required stops allows you to prioritize a smooth, non-stop arrival at your destination.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 37.4 miles from Alamo, CA, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18.2 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 16 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.4 miles or 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Laguna, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Alamo, CA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Alamo, CA
This is one driving day of about 74.7 miles and 1h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Alamo, CA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on CA 160 for about 18.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 37.4 miles from Alamo, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Laguna, CA
The final approach into Laguna, CA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.17 one way
$34.34 round trip
$5.84/gal25.4 MPG avg26 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$6.02
$17.69
$35.39
premium
$6.18
$18.17
$36.33
diesel
$5.61
$16.49
$32.99
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22.4
0
$7.84
$3.59
Efficient EV
18.7
0
$6.54
$2.99
EV Truck/SUV
29.9
0
$10.46
$4.78
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 13, 2026
Origin
Alamo, CA
Late night
in Alamo on Friday
Local time
12:12 AM
PDT
Current temp
59°F
Chance Rain Showers
WSW 10 mph37% chanceLive forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 12 at 2:16PM PDT until April 12 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
Winter Storm Warning
Winter Storm Warning issued April 12 at 1:43PM PDT until April 12 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
Destination
Laguna, CA
Late night
in Laguna on Friday
Local time
12:12 AM
PDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
67°F
Rio Vista, CA
37 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
10 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 44m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Alamo, CA to Laguna, CA covers 74.7 miles and takes about 1h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are CA 160, CA 4, Victory Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37.4 miles from Alamo, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.17 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 74.7 miles you will encounter 22 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Stone Valley Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.6 miles (CA 242): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Alamo, CA and Laguna, CA, road signs point toward Pittsburg and Sacramento.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from -10 ft to 270 ft elevation with about 246 ft of total climbing.
Data sources
The figures on this page are computed from open government and mapping datasets, not crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from
OSRM
over
OpenStreetMap.
Fuel cost uses
EIA
weekly regional averages.
Elevation is sampled from
USGS 3DEP.
Full methodology, refresh cadence, and limitations are documented on the
methodology page.
