Origin
Felton, CA
Afternoon in Felton on Thursday
Local time
1:09 PM
PDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Felton, CA to Long Beach, CA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
7h 12m
Distance
372.7 mi
600 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$86
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 1m
★
6 AM
7h 12m
8 AM
7h 34m
10 AM
7h 20m
12 PM
7h 18m
3 PM
7h 21m
5 PM
7h 33m
8 PM
7h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Felton, CA
Stephen Leonardi
Long Beach, CA
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Trip Overview
This 372.7-mile drive from Felton, CA to Long Beach, CA is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can comfortably be completed in about 7 hours and 12 minutes. With a highway share of 78%, you'll be spending most of your time on major roadways like Westside Freeway and I-5 Truck, with a portion on Pacheco Pass Highway. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $86, and with two recommended stops, it's perfectly suited for a single day of travel. This route offers a practical way to cover ground efficiently between the Pacific Coast regions of Northern and Southern California.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
186.3 miles from Felton, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 40m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 12m. Total distance: 372.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 12m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway experience on this 372.7-mile trip, with 78% of the route utilizing major freeways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 181.1 miles on the Westside Freeway, indicating significant periods of consistent driving. While Pacheco Pass Highway offers a change of pace, the overall character is that of a direct, efficient transit between your origin and destination. This highway-focused profile suggests a drive where maintaining speed and covering distance are the primary objectives.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 41 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 181.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Westside Freeway and I 5 Truck. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 263.4 miles in near I 5 Truck.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 27 significant decision points across 372.7 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: at 263.4 miles (I 5 Truck): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 321.8 miles (I 5 / Golden State Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 325.8 miles (I 5 Truck): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 27 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
263.4 mi into trip
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~5h 3m in
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I 5 Truck
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5 Truck
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
321.8 mi into trip
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~6h 10m in
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I 5 / Golden State Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 5 / Golden State Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
325.8 mi into trip
|
~6h 14m in
|
I 5 Truck
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5 Truck toward I 405 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 158
Toward I 405 South
6
326.1 mi into trip
|
~6h 15m in
|
I 405 Truck
Keep slight right at fork onto I 405 Truck
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
370.3 mi into trip
|
~7h 6m in
Take the exit toward Downtown Long Beach, Convention Center, Aquarium
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Toward Downtown Long Beach, Convention Center,...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Felton, CA to Long Beach, CA, road signs begin pointing toward Gilroy along the way.
Gilroy
20.4 mi in
|
~28m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Westside Freeway | 181.1 mi | 3h 14m |
| I 5 Truck | 58.6 mi | 1h 7m |
| Pacheco Pass Highway | 35.8 mi | 42m |
| I 405 Truck | 23 mi | 26m |
| San Diego Freeway | 18 mi | 20m |
| Cabrillo Highway | 14 mi | 16m |
| Riverside Road | 9.5 mi | 13m |
| Graham Hill Road | 5.7 mi | 10m |
Longest stretch:
Westside Freeway
— 181.1 mi, about 3h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Felton, CA and Long Beach, CA.
1
Start on CA 9
414 ft
·
14 sec
·
Highway 9
2
Turn straight
193 ft
·
8 sec
3
Turn slight right onto Graham Hill Road
5.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Graham Hill Road
4
Continue on Ocean Street
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
Ocean Street
5
Continue on Plymouth Street
283 ft
·
5 sec
·
Plymouth Street
6
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
7
Merge onto CA 1
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Cabrillo Highway
8
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward CA 152: Watsonville, Gilroy
9
Continue on CA 152
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
10
Continue on CA 152
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
Main Street
11
Turn left onto CA 152
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Beach Street
12
Turn right onto Blackburn Street
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
Blackburn Street
13
Turn left onto CA 129
222 ft
·
7 sec
·
East Riverside Drive
14
Continue on CA 129
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Riverside Road
15
Enter roundabout onto Riverside Road
92 ft
·
1 sec
·
Riverside Road
16
Continue on Riverside Road
8.6 mi
·
11 min
·
Riverside Road
17
Continue on CA 129
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Chittenden Road
18
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
31 sec
19
Merge onto US 101
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
El Camino Real
20
Continue on US 101
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
South Valley Freeway
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 353
Toward CA 25 East
22
At end of road, turn left onto CA 25
0.7 mi
·
58 sec
·
Bloomfield Avenue
23
Continue on CR G7
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Bloomfield Avenue
Use the left lane.
24
Turn right onto CA 152
36 mi
·
42 min
·
Pacheco Pass Highway
25
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 5: Los Angeles
26
Merge onto I 5
181 mi
·
3 hr 14 min
·
Westside Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5 Truck
58 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
I 5 Truck
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Keep slight left at fork onto I 5
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Golden State Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5 Truck
0.3 mi
·
17 sec
·
I 5 Truck
Exit 158
Toward I 405 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Keep slight right at fork onto I 405 Truck
23 mi
·
26 min
·
I 405 Truck
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31
Keep slight right at fork onto I 405
18 mi
·
20 min
·
San Diego Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32
Take the exit
377 ft
·
9 sec
Toward I 710 South: Long Beach
Use the slight right lane.
33
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
this road
Exit 32B
Toward I 710 South: Long Beach
34
Merge onto I 710
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Long Beach Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
35
Continue on I 710
0.5 mi
·
40 sec
·
Seaside Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
36
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward Downtown Long Beach, Convention Center, Aquarium
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
37
Continue on Shoreline Drive
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Shoreline Drive
38
Turn left onto South Chestnut Place
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
South Chestnut Place
Use the left / uturn lanes.
39
Turn right onto West Ocean Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Ocean Boulevard
40
Continue on East Ocean Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
East Ocean Boulevard
Use the left lane.
41
Arrive at destination
East Ocean Boulevard
Trip Plan
Given the 7-hour duration and 372.7-mile distance, starting your drive from Felton in the early morning is advisable to maximize daylight and avoid potential traffic, especially as you approach Southern California. Plan for two stops to break up the longest stretch of 181.1 miles on Westside Freeway. With a highway share of 78%, keep an eye on your fuel levels, as services might be more spaced out on certain freeway sections. The estimated $86 fuel cost should help you budget accordingly for this 1-day journey.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 186.3 miles from Felton, CA, or about 3h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 181.1 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 82 miles or 1h 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 186.3 miles or 3h 40m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Long Beach, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Felton, CA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
+
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Felton, CA
This is one driving day of about 372.7 miles and 7h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 82 miles from Felton, CA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Westside Freeway for about 181.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 186.3 mi from Felton, CA · 3h 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
186 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 82 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 186.3 miles from Felton, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Westside Freeway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 181.1 miles.
Arriving in Long Beach, CA
The final approach into Long Beach, 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 Long Beach, CA.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$85.66 one way
$171.32 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
130 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $88.27 | $176.55 |
| premium | $6.18 | $90.64 | $181.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $82.29 | $164.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$86
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$111–$136
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 130.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $39 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 111.8 | 1 | $39.13 | $17.89 |
| Efficient EV | 93.2 | 1 | $32.61 | $14.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 149.1 | 1 | $52.18 | $23.85 |
Gas CO2
130 kg
EV CO2
44 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Long Beach, CA
Afternoon in Long Beach on Thursday
Local time
1:09 PM
PDT
Current temp
56°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.
Temperature spread
2 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
7h 12m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Felton, CA to Long Beach, CA covers 372.7 miles and takes about 7h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Westside Freeway, I 5 Truck, Pacheco Pass Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 186.3 miles from Felton, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $85.66 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 27 significant decision points across 372.7 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: at 263.4 miles (I 5 Truck): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 321.8 miles (I 5 / Golden State Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 325.8 miles (I 5 Truck): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Felton, CA to Long Beach, CA, road signs begin pointing toward Gilroy along the way.
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