Origin
Anaheim, CA
Afternoon in Anaheim on Monday
Local time
1:29 PM
PDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Anaheim, CA to Salton City, CA
Drive Time
2h 53m
Distance
147.2 mi
237 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 43m
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6 AM
2h 54m
8 AM
3h 16m
10 AM
3h 2m
12 PM
2h 59m
3 PM
3h 3m
5 PM
3h 15m
8 PM
2h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Salton City, CA
Julian Dahl
Trip Overview
The drive from Anaheim, CA to Salton City, CA covers 147.2 miles and takes about 2h 53m 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, East Lincoln Avenue, CA 57 North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $34.09 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
73.6 miles from Anaheim, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 53m drive with frequent turns across 147.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 27 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. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Anaheim, CA to Salton City, CA is easy. At 2h 53m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Anaheim, CA to Salton City, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Anaheim Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Lincoln Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| CA 57 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Orange Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| CA 91 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Riverside Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 215 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pomona Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
South Anaheim Boulevard
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Anaheim, CA and Salton City, CA.
1
Start on the route
200 ft
·
17 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left onto South Anaheim Boulevard
423 ft
·
23 sec
·
South Anaheim Boulevard
3
Turn right onto East Lincoln Avenue
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
East Lincoln Avenue
4
Take the ramp slight right toward CA 57 North: Pomona
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
CA 57 North: Pomona
5
Merge slight left onto Orange Freeway
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
Orange Freeway
6
Take the exit slight right toward CA 91 East: Riverside Freeway, Riverside
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
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CA 91 East: Riverside Freeway, Riverside
7
Merge slight left onto Riverside Freeway
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Riverside Freeway
8
Keep slight right to continue on Riverside Freeway
31 mi
·
36 min
·
Riverside Freeway
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 215 South, CA 60 East: San Diego, Indio
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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I 215 South, CA 60 East: San Diego, Indio
10
Merge slight left onto Pomona Freeway
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
Pomona Freeway
11
Continue on Escondido Freeway
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Escondido Freeway
12
Keep slight left to continue on Escondido Freeway
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
Escondido Freeway
13
Keep slight left to continue on Moreno Valley Freeway
16 mi
·
19 min
·
Moreno Valley Freeway
14
Continue on Moreno Valley Expressway
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Moreno Valley Expressway
15
Continue on Moreno Valley Freeway
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
·
Moreno Valley Freeway
16
Merge slight left onto Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
18 mi
·
19 min
·
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
17
Keep slight left to continue on Sonny Bono Memorial Freeway
32 mi
·
34 min
·
Sonny Bono Memorial Freeway
18
Keep slight right to continue on CA 86 South: CA 86 South, Brawley, El Centro
34 mi
·
39 min
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CA 86 South: CA 86 South, Brawley, El Centro
19
Turn left onto Sunrise Drive
449 ft
·
14 sec
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Sunrise Drive
20
Turn right onto Azure Avenue
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Azure Avenue
21
Continue on Harbor Drive
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Harbor Drive
22
At the end of the road, turn left onto Marina Drive
89 ft
·
5 sec
·
Marina Drive
23
Turn right onto Harbor Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Harbor Drive
24
Turn left onto Marlin Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Marlin Drive
25
Turn left onto Shore Vista Avenue
302 ft
·
13 sec
·
Shore Vista Avenue
26
Continue on Shore Gem Avenue
374 ft
·
16 sec
·
Shore Gem Avenue
27
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 73.6 miles from Anaheim, CA, or about 1h 26m 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 80 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.6 miles or 1h 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Salton City, 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.
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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 147.2 miles and 2h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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 73.6 mi from Anaheim, CA · 1h 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 73.6 miles from Anaheim, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Salton City, CA
The final approach into Salton City, 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 Salton City, 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
$34.09 one way
$68.18 round trip
$5.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.07 | $35.15 | $70.31 |
| premium | $6.24 | $36.18 | $72.36 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $32.70 | $65.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.2 | 0 | $15.46 | $7.07 |
| Efficient EV | 36.8 | 0 | $12.88 | $5.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58.9 | 0 | $20.61 | $9.42 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (67% 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
Salton City, CA
Afternoon in Salton City on Monday
Local time
1:29 PM
PDT
Current temp
90°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
14 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
2h 53m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Anaheim, CA to Salton City, CA covers 147.2 miles and takes about 2h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Anaheim Boulevard, East Lincoln Avenue, CA 57 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 73.6 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 $34.09 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Anaheim, CA to Salton City, CA is easy. At 2h 53m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Anaheim, CA to Salton City, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Anaheim, CA to Salton City, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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