Origin
Fremont, CA
Afternoon in Fremont on Sunday
Local time
3:28 PM
PDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fremont, CA to Suisun, CA
Drive Time
1h 20m
Distance
64.6 mi
104 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 14m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 33m
10 AM
1h 25m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 32m
8 PM
1h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Suisun, CA
Dominik Gryzbon
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Fremont to Suisun, you are looking at a straightforward 64.6-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes. This route is designed for efficiency, relying primarily on I-680, the Luther E. Gibson Freeway, and the Senator Daniel E. Boatwright Highway. Because the entire trip stays within the Pacific Coast region of California, you can easily complete this drive in a single day without needing an overnight stop. Budgeting roughly $15 for fuel should cover your needs for the trip. It is a highly practical connection for those prioritizing speed and direct access over scenic detours. Given the modest duration, this route works perfectly for a quick trip or a morning commute.
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
32.3 miles from Fremont, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 41m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 78% of this drive is spent on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your time navigating the interstate system, highlighted by a longest uninterrupted stretch of 34.4 miles on I-680. The road character remains consistent and fast-paced, shifting from the primary interstate onto the Luther E. Gibson Freeway and the Senator Daniel E. Boatwright Highway as you approach your destination. While you won't encounter technical mountain passes or winding backroads, you will experience a steady, high-speed flow that keeps you moving toward Suisun efficiently. It is a functional drive that trades variety for reliability, making it ideal for those who prefer to keep their eyes on the road and arrive on schedule.
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.
I 680 is the longest continuous segment at about 34.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 680 and Luther E Gibson 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 Fremont Boulevard.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 64.6 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 (Fremont Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 37.8 miles (I 680 / Senator Daniel E Boatwright Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 58 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Fremont Boulevard
Turn right onto Fremont Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
37.8 mi into trip
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~47m in
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I 680 / Senator Daniel E Boatwright Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 680 / Senator Daniel E Boatwright Highway toward I 680 North: Martinez, Sacramento
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward I 680 North: Martinez, Sacramento
7
58 mi into trip
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~1h 11m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 80 East, CA 12 East: Fairfield, Sacramento
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 71A
Toward I 80 East, CA 12 East: Fairfield, Sacram...
7
60.1 mi into trip
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~1h 13m in
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CA 12
Keep slight right at fork onto CA 12 toward CA 12 East: Rio Vista
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward CA 12 East: Rio Vista
7
64.2 mi into trip
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~1h 19m in
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Main Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Fremont, CA to Suisun, CA, road signs begin pointing toward Sacramento along the way.
Sacramento
37.8 mi in
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~47m
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via I 680
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 680 | 34.4 mi | 39m |
| Luther E Gibson Freeway | 12 mi | 13m |
| Senator Daniel E Boatwright Highway | 7.9 mi | 9m |
| CA 12 | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| Fremont Boulevard | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 1.7 mi | 1m |
| Washington Boulevard | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Benicia-Martinez Bridge | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 680
— 34.4 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fremont, CA and Suisun, CA.
1
Start on Mowry Avenue
109 ft
·
6 sec
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Mowry Avenue
2
Turn right onto Fremont Boulevard
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Fremont Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on Washington Boulevard
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Washington Boulevard
Use the none lane.
4
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 680 North: Sacramento
Use the left lane.
5
Merge onto I 680
34 mi
·
39 min
·
I 680
Use the none lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 680
6.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Senator Daniel E Boatwright Highway
Toward I 680 North: Martinez, Sacramento
Use the none lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 680
243 ft
·
3 sec
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Senator Daniel E Boatwright Highway
Use the none lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 680
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Senator Daniel E Boatwright Highway
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 680
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
·
Benicia-Martinez Bridge
10
Continue on I 680
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Luther E Gibson Freeway
Use the none lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 71A
Toward I 80 East, CA 12 East: Fairfield, Sacramento
12
Merge onto I 80; CA 12
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto CA 12
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
CA 12
Toward CA 12 East: Rio Vista
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
15
Keep slight right at fork
217 ft
·
5 sec
16
Turn slight right onto Lotz Way
479 ft
·
16 sec
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Lotz Way
17
Turn left onto Main Street
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
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Main Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
18
Turn left onto Solano Street
103 ft
·
4 sec
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Solano Street
19
Arrive at destination
Solano Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 1-hour and 20-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. However, because the route relies heavily on major highways, keep an eye on real-time traffic reports to avoid peak congestion on I-680. You likely won't need to plan for formal stops given the short distance, though keeping your fuel tank topped off before leaving Fremont will help you stick to your $15 budget. The most important tip for this specific drive is to stay alert during the transition between the interstate and the regional highways, as traffic patterns can shift quickly. Use the lack of required stops to your advantage, allowing you to reach Suisun in one smooth, uninterrupted push.
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 32.3 miles from Fremont, CA, or about 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.4 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 64.6 miles or 1h 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.3 miles or 41m 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 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Suisun, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Fremont, 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 Fremont, CA
This is one driving day of about 64.6 miles and 1h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Fremont, 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 I 680 for about 34.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.3 mi from Fremont, CA · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 64.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.3 miles from Fremont, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Suisun, CA
The final approach into Suisun, 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 Suisun, 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
$14.96 one way
$29.92 round trip
$5.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.07 | $15.43 | $30.86 |
| premium | $6.24 | $15.88 | $31.76 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $14.35 | $28.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.4 | 0 | $6.78 | $3.10 |
| Efficient EV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.65 | $2.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.8 | 0 | $9.04 | $4.13 |
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
Suisun, CA
Afternoon in Suisun on Sunday
Local time
3:28 PM
PDT
Current temp
48°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 20m 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 Fremont, CA to Suisun, CA covers 64.6 miles and takes about 1h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 680, Luther E Gibson Freeway, Senator Daniel E Boatwright 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 32.3 miles from Fremont, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.96 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 14 significant decision points across 64.6 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 (Fremont Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 37.8 miles (I 680 / Senator Daniel E Boatwright Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 58 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Fremont, CA to Suisun, CA, road signs begin pointing toward Sacramento along the way.
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