Trip from Fremont, CA to Susanville, CA

Drive Time

6h 1m

Distance

279.2 mi

449 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$65

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

5h 48m ★

6 AM

6h 1m

8 AM

6h 27m

10 AM

6h 10m

12 PM

6h 8m

3 PM

6h 12m

5 PM

6h 26m

8 PM

5h 54m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Susanville, CA

Stephen Leonardi

Trip Overview

Traveling from Fremont to Susanville covers 279.2 miles and typically takes about 6 hours and 1 minute of driving time. Because this journey is manageable in a single day, you can complete it without needing an overnight stop, though you should plan for at least one break to stay refreshed. Your route will primarily utilize I-680, CA-99, and the Deer Creek Highway to navigate from the Pacific Coast region toward the interior. Expect to budget roughly $65 for fuel to cover the distance. This drive is a straightforward, mixed-road experience, making it a functional choice for those looking to reach their destination efficiently while maintaining a steady pace.

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

139.6 miles from Fremont, CA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 54m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a varied driving experience, as this route consists of a 59% highway share that transitions between major thoroughfares and local connectors. You will encounter a mix of road types, with your longest uninterrupted stretch lasting 53.5 miles while navigating CA-99. The character of the drive shifts from the busier, infrastructure-heavy corridors near Fremont to the more specialized, winding nature of the Deer Creek Highway. While you will spend a significant portion of your time on highways, the overall profile is a mixed drive that requires you to stay alert as the road conditions evolve. It is neither a purely monotonous interstate grind nor an exclusively local route, offering a balanced feel behind the wheel.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

CA 99 is the longest continuous segment at about 53.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 279.2 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 21 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Fremont Boulevard

Turn right onto Fremont Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

37.8 mi into trip | ~47m in | 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

58 mi into trip | ~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...

87.4 mi into trip | ~1h 45m in | CA 113 / Vic Fazio Highway

Keep slight right at fork onto CA 113 / Vic Fazio Highway toward CA 113 North: Woodland

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 70 Toward CA 113 North: Woodland

98.4 mi into trip | ~1h 58m in

Take the exit toward I 5 South: Main Street

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 37 Toward I 5 South: Main Street

Towns Along This Route

Between Fremont, CA and Susanville, CA, road signs point toward Sacramento and Chester.

Sacramento

37.8 mi in | ~47m | via I 680

Chester

179.2 mi in | ~3h 44m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
CA 99	53.5 mi	1h 8m
Deer Creek Highway	52.3 mi	1h 9m
I 680	34.4 mi	39m
CA 36	29.5 mi	40m
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway	28.9 mi	33m
State Highway 36 East	18.1 mi	26m
CA 113	17.4 mi	23m
Luther E Gibson Freeway	12 mi	13m

Longest stretch: CA 99 — 53.5 mi, about 1h 8m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Fremont, CA and Susanville, CA.

Start on Mowry Avenue

109 ft · 6 sec · Mowry Avenue

Turn right onto Fremont Boulevard

1.9 mi · 4 min · Fremont Boulevard

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on Washington Boulevard

1.2 mi · 2 min · Washington Boulevard

Use the none lane.

Turn left

0.2 mi · 31 sec

Toward I 680 North: Sacramento Use the left lane.

Merge onto I 680

34 mi · 39 min · I 680

Use the none lane.

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.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 680

243 ft · 3 sec · Senator Daniel E Boatwright Highway

Use the none lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 680

1.8 mi · 2 min · Senator Daniel E Boatwright Highway

Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 680

0.4 mi · 26 sec · Benicia-Martinez Bridge

Continue on I 680

12 mi · 13 min · Luther E Gibson Freeway

Use the none lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 55 sec

Exit 71A Toward I 80 East, CA 12 East: Fairfield, Sacramento

Merge onto I 80; CA 12

1.7 mi · 1 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 80

27 mi · 31 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto CA 113

11 mi · 12 min · Vic Fazio Highway

Exit 70 Toward CA 113 North: Woodland Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Exit 37 Toward I 5 South: Main Street Use the slight right lane.

Turn right onto I 5 BUS

1.1 mi · 2 min · East Main Street

Use the straight / none lanes.

Turn left onto E8

227 ft · 9 sec · County Road 102

Use the left lane.

Continue on E8

7.9 mi · 11 min · County Road 102

Continue on CA 113

17 mi · 23 min · CA 113

Use the straight lane.

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 27 sec

Toward CA 99 North: Yuba City Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto CA 99

54 mi · 1 hr 8 min · CA 99

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 15 sec

Toward CA 32: Orland, Chester

Turn right onto CA 32

52 mi · 1 hr 9 min · Deer Creek Highway

Use the right lane.

At end of road, turn right onto CA 36; CA 89

18 mi · 26 min · State Highway 36 East

Enter roundabout onto CA 36

92 ft · 6 sec · CA 36

Continue on CA 36

29 mi · 39 min · CA 36

Turn right onto Foss Street

61 ft · 2 sec · Foss Street

Arrive at destination

Foss Street

Trip Plan

Since the total duration is just over 6 hours, try to depart early in the morning to avoid peak traffic congestion when exiting the Fremont area. You have the flexibility of a one-day trip, but keep in mind that you are only allocated one planned stop in your itinerary, so choose your break location strategically to maximize your comfort. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, especially when transitioning off the main highway stretches, and ensure you have that $65 budget ready for refueling along the way. Because you are traversing a mixed-road profile, pay extra attention to the transition points between I-680 and the Deer Creek Highway. Staying mindful of these changing road types will help you maintain a smooth and stress-free pace throughout the entire 279.2-mile 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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 139.6 miles from Fremont, CA, or about 2h 54m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 53.5 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 80 miles or 1h 36m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 139.6 miles or 2h 54m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 51m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Susanville, CA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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.

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 279.2 miles and 6h 1m.

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.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on CA 99 for about 53.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 139.6 mi from Fremont, CA · 2h 54m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Chico, CA

140 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

Davis, CA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Roseville, CA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 139.6 miles from Fremont, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Susanville, CA

The final approach into Susanville, 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 Susanville, 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

$64.66 one way

$129.31 round trip

$5.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 98 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$6.07	$66.68	$133.36
premium	$6.24	$68.62	$137.25
diesel	$5.64	$62.03	$124.06

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$65

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$90–$115

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 97.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	83.8	1	$29.32	$13.40
Efficient EV	69.8	0	$24.43	$11.17
EV Truck/SUV	111.7	1	$39.09	$17.87

Gas CO2

98 kg

EV CO2

33 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Fremont, CA

Afternoon in Fremont on Sunday

Local time

1:41 PM

PDT

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Susanville, CA

Afternoon in Susanville on Sunday

Local time

1:41 PM

PDT

Current temp

63°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

15 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

6h 1m 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 Susanville, CA covers 279.2 miles and takes about 6h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are CA 99, Deer Creek Highway, I 680. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 139.6 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 $64.66 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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Between Fremont, CA and Susanville, CA, road signs point toward Sacramento and Chester.

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Trip from Fremont, CA to Susanville, CA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Susanville, CA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Fremont, CA

Susanville, CA

Same local time

15 degrees warmer at arrival

6h 1m on the road

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