Origin
Laguna, CA
Evening in Laguna on Tuesday
Local time
6:32 PM
PDT
Current temp
72°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Laguna, CA to Alhambra, CA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
7h 5m
Distance
378.9 mi
610 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$87
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 54m
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6 AM
7h 5m
8 AM
7h 27m
10 AM
7h 13m
12 PM
7h 11m
3 PM
7h 14m
5 PM
7h 26m
8 PM
6h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Laguna, CA
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Alhambra, CA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Laguna, CA to Alhambra, CA covers 378.9 miles and takes about 7h 5m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Westside Freeway, I 5 Truck, Foothill Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 282.7 miles on Westside Freeway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $87.09 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
189.5 miles from Laguna, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 29m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 7h 5m highway drive covering 378.9 miles, with most of the trip on Westside Freeway and I 5 Truck. The longest continuous stretch is about 282.7 miles on Westside Freeway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 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 282.7 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 3.4 miles in near J8 / Franklin Boulevard.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 378.9 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 3.4 miles (J8 / Franklin Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 52.2 miles (I 5 / Westside Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 288.7 miles (I 5 Truck): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
3.4 mi into trip
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~7m in
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J8 / Franklin Boulevard
Keep slight right at fork onto J8 / Franklin Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
52.2 mi into trip
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~1h 2m in
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I 5 / Westside Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 5 / Westside Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
288.7 mi into trip
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~5h 16m in
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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
349.1 mi into trip
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~6h 25m 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
9
373.8 mi into trip
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~6h 53m in
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Long Beach Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto Long Beach Freeway toward Del Mar Boulevard, California Boulevard, Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 25A
Toward Del Mar Boulevard, California Boulevard,...
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Westside Freeway | 282.7 mi | 5h 3m |
| I 5 Truck | 58.4 mi | 1h 6m |
| Foothill Freeway | 24.4 mi | 28m |
| Franklin Boulevard | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Golden State Freeway | 2 mi | 2m |
| Long Beach Freeway | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Hood Franklin Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Elk Grove Boulevard | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Westside Freeway
— 282.7 mi, about 5h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laguna, CA and Alhambra, CA.
1
Start on Fall Breeze Court
183 ft
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10 sec
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Fall Breeze Court
2
Turn right onto Mapleview Way
155 ft
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10 sec
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Mapleview Way
3
Turn right onto November Drive
0.1 mi
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28 sec
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November Drive
4
Turn right onto Seasons Drive
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
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Seasons Drive
5
Turn left onto Laguna Park Drive
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
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Laguna Park Drive
6
Turn left onto Foulks Ranch Drive
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Foulks Ranch Drive
7
Turn right onto E12
1.0 mi
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1 min
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Elk Grove Boulevard
8
Turn left onto J8
1.1 mi
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1 min
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Franklin Boulevard
Use the left / uturn lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto J8
1.2 mi
·
2 min
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Franklin Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn right onto Hood Franklin Road
1.2 mi
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2 min
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Hood Franklin Road
11
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
12
Merge onto I 5
45 mi
·
49 min
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Westside Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 5
0.8 mi
·
48 sec
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Westside Freeway
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 5
237 mi
·
4 hr 13 min
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Westside Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5 Truck
58 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
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I 5 Truck
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 5
2.0 mi
·
2 min
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Golden State Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
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17 sec
Exit 161A
Toward I 210 East: Pasadena
Use the slight right lane.
18
Continue on I 210
24 mi
·
28 min
·
Foothill Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight left at fork onto Long Beach Freeway
1.5 mi
·
2 min
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Long Beach Freeway
Exit 25A
Toward Del Mar Boulevard, California Boulevard, Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Continue on South Saint John Avenue
0.4 mi
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41 sec
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South Saint John Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Turn straight onto South Pasadena Avenue
0.2 mi
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28 sec
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South Pasadena Avenue
22
Turn left onto West Glenarm Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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West Glenarm Street
23
Turn right onto South Marengo Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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South Marengo Avenue
24
Turn right onto South Los Robles Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
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South Los Robles Avenue
25
Continue on Atlantic Boulevard
431 ft
·
12 sec
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Atlantic Boulevard
26
Turn slight left onto North Garfield Avenue
0.8 mi
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2 min
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North Garfield Avenue
Use the left lane.
27
Arrive at destination
North Garfield Avenue
Trip Plan
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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 189.5 miles from Laguna, CA, or about 3h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 282.7 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 83 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 189.5 miles or 3h 29m 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 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alhambra, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Laguna, CA
This is one driving day of about 378.9 miles and 7h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 83 miles from Laguna, CA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Westside Freeway for about 282.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 189.5 mi from Laguna, CA · 3h 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
189 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 83 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 189.5 miles from Laguna, 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 282.7 miles.
Arriving in Alhambra, CA
The final approach into Alhambra, 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 Alhambra, 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
$87.09 one way
$174.17 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
133 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $89.74 | $179.49 |
| premium | $6.18 | $92.14 | $184.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $83.66 | $167.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$87
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$112–$137
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 132.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $40 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 113.7 | 1 | $39.78 | $18.19 |
| Efficient EV | 94.7 | 1 | $33.15 | $15.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 151.6 | 1 | $53.05 | $24.25 |
Gas CO2
133 kg
EV CO2
44 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
Alhambra, CA
Evening in Alhambra on Tuesday
Local time
6:32 PM
PDT
Current temp
73°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
1 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
7h 5m 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 Laguna, CA to Alhambra, CA covers 378.9 miles and takes about 7h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Westside Freeway, I 5 Truck, Foothill Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 189.5 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 $87.09 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 2 meaningful breaks 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 20 significant decision points across 378.9 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 3.4 miles (J8 / Franklin Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 52.2 miles (I 5 / Westside Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 288.7 miles (I 5 Truck): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Laguna, CA to Alhambra, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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