Trip from Antioch, CA to Concord, CA
Drive Time
21m
Distance
15.9 mi
Route Type
Turn-heavy local drive
Quick day tripTrip Overview
The drive from Antioch, CA to Concord, CA covers 15.9 miles and takes about 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on A Street, CA 4 North, CA 242 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.16 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
8 miles from Antioch, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day.
Drive Character
Expect a 21m drive with frequent turns across 15.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| A Street | 0 mi | 0m |
| CA 4 North | 0 mi | 0m |
| CA 242 | 0 mi | 0m |
| Solano Way | 0 mi | 0m |
| Grant Street | 0 mi | 0m |
| East Street | 0 mi | 0m |
| Salvio Street | 0 mi | 0m |
| Colfax Street | 0 mi | 0m |
Step-by-Step Directions
Start on East 18th Street
Turn left onto A Street
Take the ramp right toward CA 4 North: Martinez
Merge slight left
Keep slight right to continue on CA 242: Oakland, Concord
Take the exit slight right toward Solano Way, Grant Street
Turn left onto Grant Street
Continue on East Street
Turn right onto Salvio Street
Turn left onto Colfax Street
Turn left onto Willow Pass Road
Arrive at your destination
When to Leave
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.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Drive Plan
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8 miles
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Last hour of driving
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Concord, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
Open the route before leaving Antioch, CA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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.
Stops Along the Way
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8 mi from Antioch, CA
First break window
Fuel and coffeeA short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Halfway reset
Meal breakThe midpoint is around 8 miles from Antioch, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions for the drive, so the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| regular | $3.45 | $2.16 | $4.32 |
| midgrade | $3.85 | $2.41 | $4.82 |
| premium | $4.15 | $2.60 | $5.20 |
| diesel | $3.75 | $2.35 | $4.69 |
Based on 25.4 MPG average. Estimated CO2 emission: 5.6 kg one way.
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