Origin
Galt, CA
Afternoon in Galt on Sunday
Local time
2:15 PM
PDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Galt, CA to Folsom, CA
Drive Time
48m
Distance
35.7 mi
58 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
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6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Galt, CA
Stephen Leonardi
Folsom, CA
Stephen Leonardi
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Galt to Folsom, expect a straightforward 35.7-mile journey that typically takes about 48 minutes. This route stays entirely within the Pacific Coast region of California, making it a quick and easy day trip. You will spend roughly $5 on fuel, keeping the overhead for this commute very low. Because the trip is short and straightforward, there is no need to plan for overnight stays or complex logistics. It is a practical, efficient drive that links two distinct Northern California communities without any unnecessary detours.
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
17.9 miles from Galt, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 24m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. You will navigate a mix of surfaces including A Street, the South Sacramento Freeway, and Grant Line Road. Interestingly, this route features a 0% highway share, meaning you will be managing local traffic and intersection turns for the duration of the trip. With no long, uninterrupted stretches on A Street, you should stay alert and ready for frequent changes in road direction. It is a hands-on driving experience that requires your full attention on local navigating rather than long-distance highway cruising.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
A Street 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 Galt, CA to Folsom, CA is easy. At 48m 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 Galt, CA to Folsom, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| A Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Sacramento Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Grant Line Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bradshaw Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 50 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| El Dorado Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Folsom Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Sutter Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
A Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Galt, CA and Folsom, CA.
1
Start on A Street
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
A Street
2
Continue on A Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
A Street
3
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
4
Merge slight left onto South Sacramento Freeway
8.6 mi
·
9 min
·
South Sacramento Freeway
5
Take the exit slight right toward Grant Line Road
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Grant Line Road
6
Turn right onto Grant Line Road
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Grant Line Road
7
Turn left onto Bradshaw Road
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Bradshaw Road
8
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Bradshaw Road
92 ft
·
2 sec
·
Bradshaw Road
9
Exit the roundabout onto Bradshaw Road
8.7 mi
·
12 min
·
Bradshaw Road
10
Take the ramp straight toward US 50 East: South Lake Tahoe
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
US 50 East: South Lake Tahoe
11
Merge slight left onto El Dorado Freeway
8.7 mi
·
9 min
·
El Dorado Freeway
12
Take the exit slight right toward Folsom Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Folsom Boulevard
13
Turn left onto Folsom Boulevard
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Folsom Boulevard
14
Turn slight right
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
15
Continue on Sutter Street
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
·
Sutter Street
16
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a compact 48-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 35.7-mile distance without needing any scheduled stops, though keeping your tank topped off for $5 is a wise pre-trip move. Be prepared for the turn-heavy nature of the roads, as constant navigation through local streets can be more fatiguing than a steady highway drive. Focus on mapping out your turns on Grant Line Road ahead of time to ensure a smooth transition between local segments. Embrace the lack of required stops and enjoy the convenience of a short, manageable travel window.
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 17.9 miles from Galt, CA, or about 24m 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 35.7 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.9 miles or 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Folsom, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Galt, 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 Galt, CA
This is one driving day of about 35.7 miles and 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Galt, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.9 mi from Galt, CA · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 35.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.9 miles from Galt, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Folsom, CA
The final approach into Folsom, 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 Folsom, 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
$8.27 one way
$16.53 round trip
$5.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.07 | $8.53 | $17.05 |
| premium | $6.24 | $8.77 | $17.55 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.93 | $15.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.75 | $1.71 |
| Efficient EV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.12 | $1.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.00 | $2.28 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Folsom, CA
Afternoon in Folsom on Sunday
Local time
2:15 PM
PDT
Current temp
74°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
27 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
48m 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 Galt, CA to Folsom, CA covers 35.7 miles and takes about 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are A Street, South Sacramento Freeway, Grant Line Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.9 miles from Galt, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.27 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 Galt, CA to Folsom, CA is easy. At 48m 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 Galt, CA to Folsom, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Galt, CA to Folsom, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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