Origin
Fremont, CA
Evening in Fremont on Friday
Local time
5:18 PM
PDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fremont, CA to Sunland, CA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 31m
Distance
344.3 mi
554 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$79
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 19m
★
6 AM
6h 32m
8 AM
6h 56m
10 AM
6h 40m
12 PM
6h 38m
3 PM
6h 41m
5 PM
6h 55m
8 PM
6h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sunland, CA
Dominik Gryzbon
Trip Overview
Fremont, CA to Sunland, CA is 344.3 miles and takes about 6h 31m via Westside Freeway and I 5 Truck, with a fuel budget near $79 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a highway-focused drive that crosses California from north to south, staying within the Pacific Coast region for both start and end points. Given its relatively short duration and highway profile, it’s a straightforward trip for those looking to cover ground efficiently. You'll be on the road for most of the day, so plan accordingly for a single-day journey.
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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
172.1 miles from Fremont, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 18m into the drive .
About the Cities
Starting in Fremont, CA
Full guide →Fremont is a suburban city in the southern part of the East Bay of the San Francisco Bay Area; it is the 4th largest city in the Bay Area by population. Fremont is in the southern part of Alameda County, California, between Union City to the north, Sunol and the hills to the east, Milpitas and Santa Clara County to the south, and the San Francisco Bay to the west. The city of Newark, near the edge of the Bay, is surrounded by the city of Fremont. Fremont industry is not particularly large relative to other parts of the Bay Area, but neither is it a bedroom community. Many people in Fremont work locally in the electronics and high-tech industry, while many others commute to Silicon Valley or San Francisco locations for work.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 31m. Total distance: 344.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 31m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Drive Character
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 87% of the journey on major roadways. You'll experience long, uninterrupted stretches, including a significant 181.1-mile segment on the Westside Freeway. Expect a consistent driving pace for much of the trip, primarily utilizing the Westside Freeway and I 5 Truck. While the majority is highway, there are moments where you'll transition onto roads like Pacheco Pass Highway, offering a slight variation in scenery and speed.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 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 1.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 344.3 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 1.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 15.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 270.3 miles (I 5 Truck): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.6 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 880 South: San Jose
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 880 South: San Jose
7
15.2 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the exit toward US 101 South: Los Angeles
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward US 101 South: Los Angeles
6
270.3 mi into trip
|
~5h 3m in
|
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.
7
330.7 mi into trip
|
~6h 12m in
Take the exit toward I 210 East: Pasadena
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 161A
Toward I 210 East: Pasadena
7
341.8 mi into trip
|
~6h 25m in
Take the exit toward Sunland Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 11
Toward Sunland Boulevard
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Westside Freeway | 181.1 mi | 3h 14m |
| I 5 Truck | 58.4 mi | 1h 6m |
| Pacheco Pass Highway | 40.6 mi | 50m |
| Bayshore Freeway | 32.3 mi | 37m |
| Nimitz Freeway | 13.3 mi | 15m |
| Foothill Freeway | 10.8 mi | 12m |
| Golden State Freeway | 2 mi | 2m |
| Mowry Avenue | 1.6 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Westside Freeway
— 181.1 mi, about 3h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fremont, CA and Sunland, CA.
1
Start on Mowry Avenue
109 ft
·
4 sec
·
Mowry Avenue
2
Continue on Mowry Avenue
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Mowry Avenue
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on Mowry Avenue
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Mowry Avenue
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 880 South: San Jose
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 880
13 mi
·
15 min
·
Nimitz Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
Toward US 101 South: Los Angeles
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Merge onto US 101
32 mi
·
37 min
·
Bayshore Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Take the exit onto CA 152
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
CA 152
Toward CA 152 East: 10th Street, Pacheco Pass Road
9
Turn left onto CA 152
353 ft
·
12 sec
·
East 10th Street
10
Continue on CA 152
41 mi
·
50 min
·
Pacheco Pass Highway
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 5: Los Angeles
12
Merge onto I 5
181 mi
·
3 hr 14 min
·
Westside Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5 Truck
58 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
I 5 Truck
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 5
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Golden State Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 161A
Toward I 210 East: Pasadena
Use the slight right lane.
16
Continue on I 210
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Foothill Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Exit 11
Toward Sunland Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Turn left onto Sunland Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
Sunland Boulevard
19
Continue on Foothill Boulevard
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Foothill Boulevard
20
Turn left onto Woodward Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Woodward Avenue
Use the left lane.
21
Turn right onto Wentworth Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Wentworth Street
22
Arrive at destination
Wentworth Street
Trip Plan
With a drive time of around 6.5 hours, this route is comfortably manageable in a single day. To make the most of your daylight, aim to depart from Fremont in the morning. You'll encounter one recommended stop, so plan your breaks strategically to coincide with this point. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without a significant break is over 180 miles. The estimated fuel cost is around $79, which can help you budget for stops along the way.
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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 172.1 miles from Fremont, CA, or about 3h 18m 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 76 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 172.1 miles or 3h 18m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sunland, 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.
+
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 344.3 miles and 6h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 76 miles from Fremont, CA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break 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 172.1 mi from Fremont, CA · 3h 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
172 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 76 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 172.1 miles from Fremont, 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 Sunland, CA
The final approach into Sunland, 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 Sunland, 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
$79.13 one way
$158.27 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
121 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $81.55 | $163.10 |
| premium | $6.18 | $83.73 | $167.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $76.02 | $152.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$79
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$104–$129
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 120.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 103.3 | 1 | $36.15 | $16.53 |
| Efficient EV | 86.1 | 0 | $30.13 | $13.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 137.7 | 1 | $48.20 | $22.04 |
Gas CO2
120 kg
EV CO2
40 kg (67% 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
Sunland, CA
Evening in Sunland on Friday
Local time
5:18 PM
PDT
Current temp
50°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
17 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
6h 31m 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 Fremont, CA to Sunland, CA covers 344.3 miles and takes about 6h 31m 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 172.1 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 $79.13 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 1 meaningful break 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 15 significant decision points across 344.3 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 1.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 15.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 270.3 miles (I 5 Truck): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Fremont, CA to Sunland, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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