Origin
Dorris, CA
Evening in Dorris on Thursday
Local time
7:27 PM
PDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dorris, CA to Macdoel, CA
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
13m
Distance
10.9 mi
18 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 12m
★
6 AM
0h 13m
8 AM
0h 15m
10 AM
0h 14m
12 PM
0h 14m
3 PM
0h 14m
5 PM
0h 15m
8 PM
0h 12m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dorris, CA
Ernesto Rosas
Macdoel, CA
Stephen Leonardi
Trip Overview
This brief 10.9-mile journey from Dorris, CA to Macdoel, CA takes about 13 minutes to complete. Primarily following US 97, this drive is a straightforward highway-focused experience. With a minimal fuel cost estimated at $3, it's an easy addition to any Pacific Coast itinerary. As a very short trip, it's perfectly suited for a single day, allowing ample time for exploration at either end. You won't need to worry about overnight stays for this particular segment.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 13m. Total distance: 10.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
The drive is overwhelmingly a highway experience, with 90% of the route on main roads like US 97, North Main Street, and South Butte Street. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 9.9 miles on US 97, indicating a consistent pace for most of the journey. This profile suggests a drive that prioritizes efficient travel over varied scenery, keeping you on well-maintained, likely faster roads for the majority of the time. Expect a smooth and direct path between these two California locations.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 97 is the longest continuous segment at about 9.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 97 and North Main Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Main Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Dorris, CA to Macdoel, CA is easy. At 13m with 90% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (US 97 / West 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 10.9 miles (Alvarado Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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North Main Street
Turn left onto North Main Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 97 / West 4th Street
Turn right onto US 97 / West 4th Street
Navigation decision point
4
10.9 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
Alvarado Street
Turn right onto Alvarado Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 97 | 9.9 mi | 11m |
| North Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Butte Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Old State Highway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West 4th Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Alvarado Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 97
— 9.9 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dorris, CA and Macdoel, CA.
1
Start on this road
72 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto North Main Street
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
North Main Street
3
Turn right onto US 97
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
West 4th Street
4
Turn slight left onto US 97
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
South Butte Street
5
Continue on US 97
9.9 mi
·
11 min
·
US 97
6
Turn slight left onto Old State Highway
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Old State Highway
7
Turn right onto Alvarado Street
132 ft
·
5 sec
·
Alvarado Street
8
Arrive at destination
Alvarado Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.51 one way
$5.01 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $2.58 | $5.16 |
| premium | $6.18 | $2.65 | $5.30 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.41 | $4.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.14 | $0.52 |
| Efficient EV | 2.7 | 0 | $0.95 | $0.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.53 | $0.70 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Macdoel, CA
Evening in Macdoel on Thursday
Local time
7:27 PM
PDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
9 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
13m 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 Dorris, CA to Macdoel, CA covers 10.9 miles and takes about 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 97, North Main Street, South Butte 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 5.5 miles from Dorris, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.51 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 Dorris, CA to Macdoel, CA is easy. At 13m with 90% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (US 97 / West 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 10.9 miles (Alvarado Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Dorris, CA to Macdoel, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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