Origin
Dublin, CA
Afternoon in Dublin on Sunday
Local time
4:20 PM
PDT
Current temp
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Trip from Dublin, CA to Laguna, CA
Drive Time
1h 42m
Distance
87.1 mi
140 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 35m
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6 AM
1h 43m
8 AM
1h 58m
10 AM
1h 48m
12 PM
1h 46m
3 PM
1h 49m
5 PM
1h 57m
8 PM
1h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dublin, CA
Gary Doherty
Laguna, CA
Tori Pezzulla❤️
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Dublin to Laguna, you can expect a manageable 87.1-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 32 minutes to complete. This drive stays entirely within the Pacific Coast region of California, making it a straightforward excursion that is easily accomplished in a single day. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $12, it is a cost-effective option for travelers looking to move between these two points. Since the route is relatively short, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics or mid-trip hotel stays. Use this time for a quick, focused drive that gets you to your destination efficiently without the need for extensive planning.
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
43.5 miles from Dublin, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is best described as a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate haul. While you will utilize sections of I-580 East, the route relies heavily on local thoroughfares like San Ramon Road and Foothill Road. Because the highway share is 0%, you should prepare for a more involved driving experience that requires your full attention on winding local paths. You will not find any long, uninterrupted highway stretches, as the longest segment on San Ramon Road is 0 miles, keeping you active behind the wheel throughout the duration. Expect a technical, hands-on drive that rewards drivers who prefer navigating local terrain over cruising on open freeways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Westside Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 46.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Westside Freeway and Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near San Ramon Road.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 87.1 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (San Ramon Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles (I 580 / Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.1 miles (I 205 / Robert T. Monagan Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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San Ramon Road
Continue onto San Ramon Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
3.2 mi into trip
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~4m in
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I 580 / Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 580 / Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
21.1 mi into trip
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~25m in
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I 205 / Robert T. Monagan Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 205 / Robert T. Monagan Freeway toward I 205 East: Tracy, Stockton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 205 East: Tracy, Stockton
7
82.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 32m in
Take the exit toward Elk Grove Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 506
Toward Elk Grove Boulevard
6
82.8 mi into trip
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~1h 33m in
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E12 / Elk Grove Boulevard
Turn right onto E12 / Elk Grove Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / uturn lanes.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Dublin, CA to Laguna, CA, road signs begin pointing toward Stockton along the way.
Stockton
21.1 mi in
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~25m
|
via I 205
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Westside Freeway | 46.8 mi | 51m |
| Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway | 20.3 mi | 23m |
| Robert T. Monagan Freeway | 14.6 mi | 16m |
| Elk Grove Boulevard | 3 mi | 5m |
| Foulks Ranch Drive | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| San Ramon Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Seasons Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Laguna Park Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Westside Freeway
— 46.8 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dublin, CA and Laguna, CA.
1
Start on San Ramon Road
27 ft
·
6 sec
·
San Ramon Road
2
Continue on San Ramon Road
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
San Ramon Road
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on Foothill Road
367 ft
·
9 sec
·
Foothill Road
Use the right lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 580 East: Stockton
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 580
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 580
18 mi
·
20 min
·
Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 205
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Robert T. Monagan Freeway
Toward I 205 East: Tracy, Stockton
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 205
11 mi
·
11 min
·
Robert T. Monagan Freeway
9
Merge onto I 5
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Westside Freeway
10
Keep left at fork onto I 5
35 mi
·
37 min
·
Westside Freeway
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 506
Toward Elk Grove Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn right onto E12
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Elk Grove Boulevard
Use the left / uturn lanes.
13
Turn left onto Foulks Ranch Drive
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Foulks Ranch Drive
Use the left lane.
14
At end of road, turn right onto Laguna Park Drive
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Laguna Park Drive
15
Turn right onto Seasons Drive
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Seasons Drive
16
Turn left onto November Drive
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
November Drive
17
At end of road, turn left onto Mapleview Way
155 ft
·
12 sec
·
Mapleview Way
18
Turn left onto Fall Breeze Court
183 ft
·
8 sec
·
Fall Breeze Court
19
Arrive at destination
Fall Breeze Court
Trip Plan
Since this is a compact 1 hour and 32 minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can skip the stress of planning formal rest stops, as the entire 87.1-mile distance is short enough to drive in one go without needing a break. Keep in mind that because this route is comprised entirely of local roads rather than major highways, traffic patterns on San Ramon Road and Foothill Road can significantly impact your travel time. To ensure a smooth experience, check local traffic reports before you leave to avoid any congestion on these smaller, turn-heavy routes. Having your $12 fuel budget ready before you depart will help keep your travel plans simple and stress-free.
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 43.5 miles from Dublin, CA, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46.8 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 80 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.5 miles or 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Laguna, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Dublin, 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 Dublin, CA
This is one driving day of about 87.1 miles and 1h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Dublin, 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 Westside Freeway for about 46.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 43.5 mi from Dublin, CA · 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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 43.5 miles from Dublin, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Laguna, CA
The final approach into Laguna, 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 Laguna, 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
$20.17 one way
$40.34 round trip
$5.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.07 | $20.80 | $41.60 |
| premium | $6.24 | $21.41 | $42.82 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $19.35 | $38.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.1 | 0 | $9.15 | $4.18 |
| Efficient EV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.62 | $3.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.8 | 0 | $12.19 | $5.57 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Laguna, CA
Afternoon in Laguna on Sunday
Local time
4:20 PM
PDT
Current temp
72°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.
Road read
1h 42m 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 Dublin, CA to Laguna, CA covers 87.1 miles and takes about 1h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Westside Freeway, Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway, Robert T. Monagan Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 43.5 miles from Dublin, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.17 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 87.1 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (San Ramon Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles (I 580 / Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.1 miles (I 205 / Robert T. Monagan Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Dublin, CA to Laguna, CA, road signs begin pointing toward Stockton along the way.
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