Origin
Laguna, CA
Afternoon in Laguna on Sunday
Local time
2:54 PM
PDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Laguna, CA to Folsom, CA
Drive Time
41m
Distance
27.2 mi
44 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 38m
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6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 49m
10 AM
0h 44m
12 PM
0h 43m
3 PM
0h 44m
5 PM
0h 48m
8 PM
0h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Laguna, CA
Tori Pezzulla❤️
Folsom, CA
Stephen Leonardi
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Laguna to Folsom, you are facing a quick 27.2-mile journey that typically takes about 41 minutes. This trip is well-suited for a simple day excursion, as it does not require an overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via Mapleview Way, November Drive, and Seasons Drive, keeping you entirely within the Pacific Coast region. With a fuel budget estimated at $4, this is an incredibly economical commute. Because there are no scheduled stops required, you have the flexibility to make this trip whenever it best fits your schedule.
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
13.6 miles from Laguna, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local experience rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway driving. You will spend your time navigating local roads, meaning there is no long-distance, uninterrupted stretch; your longest segment on Mapleview Way is negligible. Because the drive is comprised entirely of local streets, you should stay alert for frequent turns and changing road conditions. It is a practical, utilitarian path that favors navigation through residential or local corridors over the monotony of a highway grind.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
El Dorado Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 12.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Mapleview Way.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 27.2 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (Mapleview Way): Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles (Cosumnes River Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Mapleview Way
Turn right onto Mapleview Way
Navigation decision point
5
3.1 mi into trip
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~6m in
Turn right
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
3.2 mi into trip
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~6m in
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Cosumnes River Boulevard
Turn right onto Cosumnes River Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
11 mi into trip
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~20m in
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US 50 / El Dorado Freeway
Merge onto US 50 / El Dorado Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
23.6 mi into trip
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~34m in
Take the exit toward Folsom Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 23
Toward Folsom Boulevard
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| El Dorado Freeway | 12.6 mi | 14m |
| Power Inn Road | 6.5 mi | 11m |
| Folsom Boulevard | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Bruceville Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Calvine Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Seasons Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Sutter Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Cosumnes River Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
El Dorado Freeway
— 12.6 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laguna, CA and Folsom, CA.
1
Start on Fall Breeze Court
183 ft
·
10 sec
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Fall Breeze Court
2
Turn right onto Mapleview Way
155 ft
·
10 sec
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Mapleview Way
3
Turn right onto November Drive
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
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November Drive
4
Turn left onto Seasons Drive
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
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Seasons Drive
5
Turn left onto Bruceville Road
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Bruceville Road
Use the left / uturn lanes.
6
Turn right
341 ft
·
15 sec
Use the right lane.
7
Turn right onto Cosumnes River Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Cosumnes River Boulevard
Use the right lane.
8
Continue on Calvine Road
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Calvine Road
9
Turn left onto Power Inn Road
6.5 mi
·
11 min
·
Power Inn Road
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on CA 16
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Howe Avenue
Use the left / uturn lanes.
11
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 50 East: South Lake Tahoe
12
Merge onto US 50
13 mi
·
14 min
·
El Dorado Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 23
Toward Folsom Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn left onto Folsom Boulevard
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Folsom Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
15
Turn slight right
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
Use the right lane.
16
Continue on Sutter Street
0.3 mi
·
57 sec
·
Sutter Street
17
Arrive at destination
Sutter Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 41-minute drive, you have the advantage of being able to depart at your convenience without worrying about long-haul fatigue. You will not need to plan for formal rest breaks, though keeping your tank topped off for $4 ensures you are ready for the road. Pay close attention to your navigation as you transition between Mapleview Way, November Drive, and Seasons Drive, as the lack of highway signage means you should be extra diligent at intersections. Given the turn-heavy nature of this route, verify your route sequence before you head out to ensure a smooth, stress-free arrival in Folsom.
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 13.6 miles from Laguna, CA, or about 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 12.6 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 27.2 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.6 miles or 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 34m
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 Laguna, 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 Laguna, CA
This is one driving day of about 27.2 miles and 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Laguna, 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 El Dorado Freeway for about 12.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.6 mi from Laguna, CA · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
14 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 27.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 13.6 miles from Laguna, 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
$6.30 one way
$12.60 round trip
$5.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.07 | $6.50 | $12.99 |
| premium | $6.24 | $6.69 | $13.37 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.04 | $12.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.86 | $1.31 |
| Efficient EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.38 | $1.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.81 | $1.74 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
2:54 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
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
41m 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 Laguna, CA to Folsom, CA covers 27.2 miles and takes about 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are El Dorado Freeway, Power Inn Road, Folsom Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.6 miles from Laguna, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.30 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 27.2 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (Mapleview Way): Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles (Cosumnes River Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Laguna, CA to Folsom, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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