Origin
Ione, CA
Late night in Ione on Friday
Local time
4:25 AM
PDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ione, CA to Laguna, CA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
59m
Distance
36.1 mi
58 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ione, CA
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Laguna, CA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Ione to Laguna, you are in for a quick 36.2-mile journey along the Pacific Coast. You should plan on spending about 54 minutes behind the wheel to complete this trip. Given the short duration, this is a perfect one-day excursion that does not require an overnight stay. With a fuel cost of only $5, it is an economical choice for a local outing. You will remain within the same region for the entirety of the drive, making it a straightforward experience for any driver. This route is ideal for those who prefer a quick transition between these two California locations rather than a long-haul road trip.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 36.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (27%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you navigate your way between these two points. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route features no highway segments, meaning you will be relying entirely on local roads to reach your destination. Because the highway share is 0%, you should prepare for a more involved driving experience that requires your full attention. There are no extended, uninterrupted stretches, so you will likely be navigating constant turns throughout the 54-minute duration. You will feel the technical nature of the road as you transition from Ione toward Laguna.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Twin Cities Road is the longest continuous segment at about 23 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
300 ft
27 ft
Total Climb
25 ft
Total Descent
298 ft
Highest Point
300 ft
Elevation Range
273 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 23.6 miles in near Stockton Boulevard.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 36.1 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 23.6 miles (Stockton Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 23.8 miles (CA 99 / South Sacramento Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 33.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
23.6 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
Stockton Boulevard
Enter roundabout onto Stockton Boulevard
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
23.8 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
CA 99 / South Sacramento Freeway
Merge onto CA 99 / South Sacramento Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
33.6 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Take the exit toward Laguna Boulevard, Bond Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 287
Toward Laguna Boulevard, Bond Road
5
36.1 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
Mapleview Way
At end of road, turn left onto Mapleview Way
Navigation decision point
5
36.1 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
Fall Breeze Court
Turn left onto Fall Breeze Court
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Twin Cities Road | 23 mi | 40m |
| South Sacramento Freeway | 9.8 mi | 11m |
| Laguna Boulevard | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Preston Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Bruceville Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Seasons Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Stockton Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| November Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Twin Cities Road
— 23 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ione, CA and Laguna, CA.
1
Start on CA 104
524 ft
·
16 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn right onto CA 104; CA 124
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Preston Avenue
3
Continue on CA 104
23 mi
·
40 min
·
Twin Cities Road
4
Enter roundabout onto Stockton Boulevard
11 ft
·
0 sec
·
Stockton Boulevard
5
Continue on Stockton Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Stockton Boulevard
6
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
7
Merge onto CA 99
9.8 mi
·
11 min
·
South Sacramento Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 287
Toward Laguna Boulevard, Bond Road
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn left onto Laguna Boulevard
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Laguna Boulevard
Use the left / right lanes.
10
Turn left onto Bruceville Road
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Bruceville Road
Use the left / uturn lanes.
11
Turn right onto Seasons Drive
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Seasons Drive
12
Turn right onto November Drive
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
November Drive
13
At end of road, turn left onto Mapleview Way
155 ft
·
12 sec
·
Mapleview Way
14
Turn left onto Fall Breeze Court
183 ft
·
8 sec
·
Fall Breeze Court
15
Arrive at destination
Fall Breeze Court
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.1 mi from Ione, CA · 32m 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.1 miles from Ione, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Laguna, CA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Laguna, CA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.30 one way
$16.59 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $8.55 | $17.10 |
| premium | $6.18 | $8.78 | $17.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.97 | $15.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.79 | $1.73 |
| Efficient EV | 9 | 0 | $3.16 | $1.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.05 | $2.31 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Laguna, CA
Late night in Laguna on Friday
Local time
4:25 AM
PDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
59m 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 Ione, CA to Laguna, CA covers 36.1 miles and takes about 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Twin Cities Road, South Sacramento Freeway, Laguna Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.1 miles from Ione, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.30 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 36.1 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 23.6 miles (Stockton Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 23.8 miles (CA 99 / South Sacramento Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 33.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Ione, CA to Laguna, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 27 ft to 300 ft elevation with about 25 ft of total climbing.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Elevation is sampled from USGS 3DEP. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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