Origin
Anaheim, CA
Afternoon in Anaheim on Thursday
Local time
12:06 PM
PDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Anaheim, CA to Del Rey Oaks, CA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
6h 39m
Distance
343.4 mi
553 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$79
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 28m
★
6 AM
6h 40m
8 AM
7h 4m
10 AM
6h 48m
12 PM
6h 46m
3 PM
6h 49m
5 PM
7h 3m
8 PM
6h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
The drive from Anaheim, CA to Del Rey Oaks, CA covers 343.4 miles and takes about 6h 39m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Anaheim Boulevard, West Lincoln Avenue, I 5 North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $78.93 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
171.7 miles from Anaheim, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 19m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 39m. Total distance: 343.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 39m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 6h 39m drive with frequent turns across 343.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Anaheim Boulevard is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 39m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Anaheim, CA to Del Rey Oaks, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Anaheim Boulevard | — | — |
| West Lincoln Avenue | — | — |
| I 5 North | — | — |
| Santa Ana Freeway | — | — |
| Golden State Freeway | — | — |
| I 5 | — | — |
| Westside Freeway | — | — |
| CA 46 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
South Anaheim Boulevard
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Anaheim, CA and Del Rey Oaks, CA.
1
Start on the route
200 ft
·
17 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left onto South Anaheim Boulevard
423 ft
·
22 sec
·
South Anaheim Boulevard
3
Turn left onto West Lincoln Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Lincoln Avenue
4
Turn left onto I 5 North: Los Angeles
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
I 5 North: Los Angeles
5
Merge slight left onto Santa Ana Freeway
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Santa Ana Freeway
6
Keep slight right to continue on Santa Ana Freeway
18 mi
·
20 min
·
Santa Ana Freeway
7
Keep slight right to continue on Golden State Freeway
25 mi
·
29 min
·
Golden State Freeway
8
Keep slight left to continue on Golden State Freeway
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Golden State Freeway
9
Keep slight right to continue on I 5 Truck North, CA 14 Truck
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 5 Truck North, CA 14 Truck
10
Keep slight left
36 mi
·
41 min
11
Keep slight left to continue on Golden State Freeway
22 mi
·
25 min
·
Golden State Freeway
12
Keep slight right to continue on Westside Freeway
58 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
Westside Freeway
13
Take the exit slight right toward CA 46: Lost Hills, Paso Robles
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
CA 46: Lost Hills, Paso Robles
14
Turn left onto Paso Robles Highway
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Paso Robles Highway
15
Continue straight
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
16
Merge slight left onto Paso Robles Highway
30 mi
·
34 min
·
Paso Robles Highway
17
Continue on Antelope Road
6.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Antelope Road
18
Keep slight right
24 mi
·
28 min
19
Take the exit right
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
20
Merge slight left onto El Camino Real
94 mi
·
1 hr 49 min
·
El Camino Real
21
Take the exit slight right toward Fairview Avenue
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Fairview Avenue
22
Turn left onto Fairview Avenue
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Fairview Avenue
23
Turn left onto South Sanborn Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Sanborn Road
24
Continue on East Blanco Road
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Blanco Road
25
Turn left onto South Main Street
0.6 mi
·
47 sec
·
South Main Street
26
Continue on Monterey Salinas Highway
12 mi
·
16 min
·
Monterey Salinas Highway
27
Turn right onto Canyon del Rey Boulevard
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Canyon del Rey Boulevard
28
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 171.7 miles from Anaheim, CA, or about 3h 19m into the drive.
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 76 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 171.7 miles or 3h 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Del Rey Oaks, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Anaheim, CA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Anaheim, CA
This is one driving day of about 343.4 miles and 6h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 76 miles from Anaheim, CA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 171.7 mi from Anaheim, CA · 3h 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
172 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 76 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 171.7 miles from Anaheim, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Del Rey Oaks, CA
The final approach into Del Rey Oaks, CA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Del Rey Oaks, CA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$78.93 one way
$157.86 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
120 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $81.33 | $162.67 |
| premium | $6.18 | $83.51 | $167.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $75.82 | $151.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$79
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$104–$129
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 120.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 103 | 1 | $36.06 | $16.48 |
| Efficient EV | 85.9 | 0 | $30.05 | $13.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 137.4 | 1 | $48.08 | $21.98 |
Gas CO2
120 kg
EV CO2
40 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Del Rey Oaks, CA
Afternoon in Del Rey Oaks on Thursday
Local time
12:06 PM
PDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
12 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
6h 39m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Anaheim, CA to Del Rey Oaks, CA covers 343.4 miles and takes about 6h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Anaheim Boulevard, West Lincoln Avenue, I 5 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 171.7 miles from Anaheim, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $78.93 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 39m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Anaheim, CA to Del Rey Oaks, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Anaheim, CA to Del Rey Oaks, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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