Origin
Bayliss, CA
Late night in Bayliss on Wednesday
Local time
4:03 AM
PDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bayliss, CA to Hamilton City, CA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
22m
Distance
13.4 mi
22 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
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6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 26m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 24m
5 PM
0h 26m
8 PM
0h 21m
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bayliss, CA
Tori Pezzulla❤️
Hamilton City, CA
Stephen Leonardi
Trip Overview
This short 13.4-mile drive from Bayliss, CA, to Hamilton City, CA, can easily be completed in about 22 minutes, making it a perfect addition to any Pacific Coast trip. With an estimated fuel cost of just $3, this route is incredibly budget-friendly. It's a straightforward journey, best tackled as a single-day excursion rather than requiring an overnight stay. The main roads you'll follow include CA 45, Bayliss Blue Gum Road, and West 4th Street, offering a quick connection between these two California communities.
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
6.7 miles from Bayliss, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive is overwhelmingly highway-focused, with 83% of the journey on main roads. You'll experience a significant stretch of uninterrupted driving for 11.1 miles along CA 45, providing a consistent pace. This route offers a predominantly highway feel, allowing for efficient travel without many interruptions. As you transition through these stretches, expect a steady and predictable driving experience.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 4 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
CA 45 is the longest continuous segment at about 11.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CA 45 and Bayliss Blue Gum Road. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 2 miles in near CA 45.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Bayliss, CA to Hamilton City, CA is easy. At 22m with 83% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2 miles (CA 45): Navigation decision point; at 13.2 miles (West 4th Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
2 of 2 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2 mi into trip
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~5m in
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CA 45
At end of road, turn left onto CA 45
Navigation decision point
4
13.2 mi into trip
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~21m in
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West 4th Street
Turn right onto West 4th Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CA 45 | 11.1 mi | 16m |
| Bayliss Blue Gum Road | 2 mi | 5m |
| West 4th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
CA 45
— 11.1 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bayliss, CA and Hamilton City, CA.
1
Start on Bayliss Blue Gum Road
2.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Bayliss Blue Gum Road
2
At end of road, turn left onto CA 45
11 mi
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16 min
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CA 45
3
Turn right onto West 4th Street
0.2 mi
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58 sec
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West 4th Street
4
Arrive at destination
West 4th Street
Trip Plan
Given its short 22-minute duration and minimal 13.4-mile length, this trip offers great flexibility. You can depart Bayliss, CA, at any time of day without needing to worry about splitting the drive. With a fuel cost estimated at only $3, it’s an economical choice. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 11.1 miles on CA 45, so you can easily plan for a brief stop before or after this segment if desired. Keep an eye out for the transition onto West 4th Street as you approach Hamilton City.
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 6.7 miles from Bayliss, CA, or about 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11.1 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 13.4 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.7 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hamilton City, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bayliss, 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 Bayliss, CA
This is one driving day of about 13.4 miles and 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bayliss, CA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on CA 45 for about 11.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.7 mi from Bayliss, CA · 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
7 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
Arriving in Hamilton City, CA
The final approach into Hamilton 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 Hamilton 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
$3.08 one way
$6.16 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $3.17 | $6.35 |
| premium | $6.18 | $3.26 | $6.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.96 | $5.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4 | 0 | $1.41 | $0.64 |
| Efficient EV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.17 | $0.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.4 | 0 | $1.88 | $0.86 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Hamilton City, CA
Late night in Hamilton City on Wednesday
Local time
4:03 AM
PDT
Current temp
49°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
29 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
22m 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 Bayliss, CA to Hamilton City, CA covers 13.4 miles and takes about 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are CA 45, Bayliss Blue Gum Road, West 4th Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.7 miles from Bayliss, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.08 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.
The drive from Bayliss, CA to Hamilton City, CA is easy. At 22m with 83% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 2 miles (CA 45): Navigation decision point; at 13.2 miles (West 4th Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Bayliss, CA to Hamilton City, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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