Origin
Mount Shasta, CA
Afternoon in Mount Shasta on Thursday
Local time
2:44 PM
PDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mount Shasta, CA to Somerset, CA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
59m
Distance
51.3 mi
83 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 10m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mount Shasta, CA
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Somerset, CA
Stephen Leonardi
Trip Overview
The drive from Mount Shasta, CA to Somerset, CA covers 51.3 miles and takes about 59m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Weed Boulevard, Cascade Wonderland Highway, West Lake Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 42.2 miles on South Weed Boulevard. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.79 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 51.3 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 (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 59m drive with frequent turns across 51.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Weed Boulevard is the longest continuous segment at about 42.2 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Maple Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Mount Shasta, CA to Somerset, CA is easy. At 59m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Maple Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (A10 / West Lake Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (I 5 / Cascade Wonderland Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Maple Street
Turn left onto Maple Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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A10 / West Lake Street
Turn left onto A10 / West Lake Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.8 mi into trip
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~2m in
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I 5 / Cascade Wonderland Highway
Merge onto I 5 / Cascade Wonderland Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
8.9 mi into trip
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~11m in
Take the exit toward US 97: South Weed Boulevard, Klamath Falls
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 747
Toward US 97: South Weed Boulevard, Klamath Fal...
3
9.1 mi into trip
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~11m in
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I 5 BUS; US 97; US 99 Hist / South Weed Boulevard
Turn right onto I 5 BUS; US 97; US 99 Hist / South Weed Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Mount Shasta, CA to Somerset, CA, road signs begin pointing toward Klamath Falls along the way.
Klamath Falls
8.9 mi in
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~11m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Weed Boulevard | 42.2 mi | 47m |
| Cascade Wonderland Highway | 8.1 mi | 9m |
| West Lake Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Mill Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Maple Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| US 97 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
South Weed Boulevard
— 42.2 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Shasta, CA and Somerset, CA.
1
Start on Mill Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Mill Street
2
Turn left onto Maple Street
327 ft
·
19 sec
·
Maple Street
3
Turn left onto A10
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
West Lake Street
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
5
Merge onto I 5
8.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Cascade Wonderland Highway
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 747
Toward US 97: South Weed Boulevard, Klamath Falls
7
Turn right onto I 5 BUS; US 97; US 99 Hist
42 mi
·
47 min
·
South Weed Boulevard
8
Arrive at destination
US 97
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.7 mi from Mount Shasta, CA · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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
Arriving in Somerset, CA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Somerset, 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
$11.79 one way
$23.58 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $12.15 | $24.30 |
| premium | $6.18 | $12.48 | $24.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.33 | $22.65 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.39 | $2.46 |
| Efficient EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.49 | $2.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.5 | 0 | $7.18 | $3.28 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Somerset, CA
Afternoon in Somerset on Thursday
Local time
2:44 PM
PDT
Current temp
60°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
19 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 Mount Shasta, CA to Somerset, CA covers 51.3 miles and takes about 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Weed Boulevard, Cascade Wonderland Highway, West Lake Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.7 miles from Mount Shasta, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.79 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 Mount Shasta, CA to Somerset, CA is easy. At 59m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Maple Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (A10 / West Lake Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (I 5 / Cascade Wonderland Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining.
On the drive from Mount Shasta, CA to Somerset, CA, road signs begin pointing toward Klamath Falls along the way.
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