Origin
Elk Grove, CA
Evening in Elk Grove on Wednesday
Local time
5:45 PM
PDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Elk Grove, CA to Howard Landing, CA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
44m
Distance
26.3 mi
42 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 41m
★
6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 52m
10 AM
0h 47m
12 PM
0h 46m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 51m
8 PM
0h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Elk Grove, CA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Elk Grove, CA to Howard Landing, CA covers 26.3 miles and takes about 44m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Southside Avenue, Melrose Avenue, Elk Grove Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.04 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
13.2 miles from Elk Grove, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 44m drive with frequent turns across 26.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Southside Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Elk Grove, CA to Howard Landing, CA is easy. At 44m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Elk Grove, CA to Howard Landing, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southside Avenue | — | — |
| Melrose Avenue | — | — |
| Elk Grove Boulevard | — | — |
| Franklin Boulevard | — | — |
| Hood Franklin Road | — | — |
| Westside Freeway | — | — |
| Twin Cities Road | — | — |
| River Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Southside Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elk Grove, CA and Howard Landing, CA.
1
Start on Elk Grove Florin Road
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Elk Grove Florin Road
2
Turn right onto Southside Avenue
364 ft
·
18 sec
·
Southside Avenue
3
Turn right onto Melrose Avenue
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Melrose Avenue
4
Turn left onto Elk Grove Boulevard
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Elk Grove Boulevard
5
Turn left onto Franklin Boulevard
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Franklin Boulevard
6
Keep slight right to continue on Franklin Boulevard
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Franklin Boulevard
7
Turn right onto Hood Franklin Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Hood Franklin Road
8
Take the ramp slight right
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
9
Merge slight left onto Westside Freeway
6.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Westside Freeway
10
Take the exit slight right toward Twin Cities Road
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Twin Cities Road
11
Turn right onto Twin Cities Road
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Twin Cities Road
12
At the end of the road, turn left onto River Road
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
River Road
13
Turn right onto Walnut Grove Bridge
463 ft
·
57 sec
·
Walnut Grove Bridge
14
Turn left onto Victory Highway
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Victory Highway
15
Continue on Victory Highway
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
·
Victory Highway
16
Turn right
2.5 mi
·
4 min
17
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
58 sec
18
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 13.2 miles from Elk Grove, CA, or about 22m into the drive.
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 26 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.2 miles or 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Howard Landing, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Elk Grove, CA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Elk Grove, CA
This is one driving day of about 26.3 miles and 44m.
At 26.3 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.2 mi from Elk Grove, CA · 22m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 13.2 miles from Elk Grove, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Howard Landing, CA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Howard Landing, CA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.04 one way
$12.09 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $6.23 | $12.46 |
| premium | $6.18 | $6.40 | $12.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.81 | $11.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.76 | $1.26 |
| Efficient EV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.30 | $1.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.68 | $1.68 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Howard Landing, CA
Evening in Howard Landing on Wednesday
Local time
5:45 PM
PDT
Current temp
72°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
44m 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 Elk Grove, CA to Howard Landing, CA covers 26.3 miles and takes about 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Southside Avenue, Melrose Avenue, Elk Grove Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.2 miles from Elk Grove, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.04 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 Elk Grove, CA to Howard Landing, CA is easy. At 44m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Elk Grove, CA to Howard Landing, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Elk Grove, CA to Howard Landing, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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