Origin
Dublin, CA
Late night in Dublin on Wednesday
Local time
5:02 AM
PDT
Current temp
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Trip from Dublin, CA to Stockton, CA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
58m
Distance
49.4 mi
80 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
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6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dublin, CA
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Stockton, CA
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Trip Overview
This 49.4-mile journey from Dublin, CA to Stockton, CA is a straightforward drive that can easily be completed in under an hour, making it perfect for a single day trip. You'll spend about 58 minutes on the road, primarily on the Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway, Robert T. Monagan Freeway, and Westside Freeway. With a fuel cost estimated around $11, this route is quite budget-friendly. Both your origin and destination are within the Pacific Coast region, so expect a consistent feel throughout. This drive is ideal for those looking for an efficient and uncomplicated transit between these two California cities.
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
24.7 miles from Dublin, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 29m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this trip, with 94% of the drive taking place on major freeways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 20.3 miles along the Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway. This route is designed for steady progress, characterized by fast highway driving rather than winding scenic roads. You'll likely find yourself on a consistent path with minimal deviations, allowing for a predictable and efficient commute or transit.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 20.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway and Robert T. Monagan 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
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 49.4 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 0.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles (I 580 / Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 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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San Ramon Road
Continue onto San Ramon Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
0.4 mi into trip
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~0m in
Take the ramp toward I 580 East: Stockton
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 580 East: Stockton
5
0.7 mi into trip
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~1m in
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I 580 / Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway
Merge onto I 580 / Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway | 20.3 mi | 23m |
| Robert T. Monagan Freeway | 14.6 mi | 16m |
| Westside Freeway | 11.6 mi | 12m |
| South El Dorado Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Charter Way | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| San Ramon Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North El Dorado Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Foothill Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway
— 20.3 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dublin, CA and Stockton, CA.
1
Start on San Ramon Road
27 ft
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6 sec
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San Ramon Road
2
Continue on San Ramon Road
0.3 mi
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37 sec
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San Ramon Road
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on Foothill Road
367 ft
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9 sec
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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
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Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 205
3.9 mi
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4 min
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Robert T. Monagan Freeway
Toward I 205 East: Tracy, Stockton
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 205
11 mi
·
11 min
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Robert T. Monagan Freeway
9
Merge onto I 5
12 mi
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12 min
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Westside Freeway
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
Exit 471
Toward CA 4 West
11
Keep slight right at fork
407 ft
·
5 sec
12
Turn straight onto West Charter Way
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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West Charter Way
Use the straight / left lanes.
13
Turn left onto South El Dorado Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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South El Dorado Street
14
Continue on North El Dorado Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
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North El Dorado Street
15
Turn right onto East Fremont Street
117 ft
·
5 sec
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East Fremont Street
16
Arrive at destination
East Fremont Street
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of just 58 minutes, this route offers great flexibility; you can depart whenever it suits you best. There are no recommended stops, and with a total distance of only 49.4 miles, you won't need to worry about splitting the drive. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $11 for the entire trip. A practical tip for this specific route: consider departing outside of typical morning or evening commute hours to ensure the smoothest possible travel on the freeways, particularly as you approach Stockton.
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 24.7 miles from Dublin, CA, or about 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 20.3 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 49.4 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 24.7 miles or 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Stockton, 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 49.4 miles and 58m.
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 Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway for about 20.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.7 mi from Dublin, CA · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 49.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.7 miles from Dublin, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Stockton, CA
The final approach into Stockton, 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 Stockton, 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
$11.35 one way
$22.71 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $11.70 | $23.40 |
| premium | $6.18 | $12.01 | $24.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.91 | $21.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.19 | $2.37 |
| Efficient EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.32 | $1.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.92 | $3.16 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Stockton, CA
Late night in Stockton on Wednesday
Local time
5:02 AM
PDT
Current temp
69°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
58m 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 Stockton, CA covers 49.4 miles and takes about 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway, Robert T. Monagan Freeway, Westside 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 24.7 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 $11.35 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 13 significant decision points across 49.4 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 0.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles (I 580 / Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Dublin, CA to Stockton, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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