Origin
Dorris, CA
Afternoon in Dorris on Thursday
Local time
4:17 PM
PDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dorris, CA to Yreka, CA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 26m
Distance
67 mi
108 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dorris, CA
Ernesto Rosas
Yreka, CA
Efrem Efre
Trip Overview
The drive from Dorris, CA to Yreka, CA covers 67 miles and takes about 1h 26m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 97, 99-97 Cutoff, Cascade Wonderland Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 37.9 miles on US 97. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.40 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 26m. Total distance: 67 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (57%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
The drive from Dorris, CA to Yreka, CA covers 67 miles and takes about 1h 26m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 13 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 37.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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 Yreka, CA is easy. At 1h 26m with 57% 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 66.4 miles (775): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Main Street
Turn left onto North Main Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 97 / West 4th Street
Turn right onto US 97 / West 4th Street
Navigation decision point
4
66.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
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775
Take the exit onto 775 toward Central Yreka
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Central Yreka
5
66.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
|
Foothill Drive
Turn left onto Foothill Drive
Navigation decision point
4
66.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
|
I 5 BUS; CA 3; US 99 Hist / North Main Street
Turn right onto I 5 BUS; CA 3; US 99 Hist / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 97 | 37.9 mi | 43m |
| 99-97 Cutoff | 18.4 mi | 30m |
| Cascade Wonderland Highway | 8.9 mi | 9m |
| North Main Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| South Butte Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 775 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West 4th Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Miner Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 97
— 37.9 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dorris, CA and Yreka, 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
38 mi
·
43 min
·
US 97
6
Turn right onto A12
18 mi
·
30 min
·
99-97 Cutoff
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
8
Merge onto I 5
8.9 mi
·
9 min
·
Cascade Wonderland Highway
9
Take the exit onto 775
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
775
Toward Central Yreka
10
Turn left onto Foothill Drive
272 ft
·
5 sec
·
Foothill Drive
11
Continue on East Miner Street
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
East Miner Street
12
Turn right onto I 5 BUS; CA 3; US 99 Hist
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
North Main Street
13
Arrive at destination
I 5 BUS; CA 3; US 99 Hist
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.5 mi from Dorris, CA · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.5 miles from Dorris, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Yreka, CA
The final approach into Yreka, CA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.40 one way
$30.80 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $15.87 | $31.74 |
| premium | $6.18 | $16.29 | $32.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.79 | $29.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$15
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.1 | 0 | $7.03 | $3.22 |
| Efficient EV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.86 | $2.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.8 | 0 | $9.38 | $4.29 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Yreka, CA
Afternoon in Yreka on Thursday
Local time
4:17 PM
PDT
Current temp
42°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
11 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
1h 26m 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 Yreka, CA covers 67 miles and takes about 1h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 97, 99-97 Cutoff, Cascade Wonderland Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.5 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 $15.40 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 Yreka, CA is easy. At 1h 26m with 57% 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 66.4 miles (775): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Dorris, CA to Yreka, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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