Origin
Olivehurst, CA
Morning in Olivehurst on Thursday
Local time
10:11 AM
PDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Olivehurst, CA to Laguna, CA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 4m
Distance
52 mi
84 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
★
6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 15m
10 AM
1h 8m
12 PM
1h 7m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Olivehurst, CA
Stephen Leonardi
Laguna, CA
Tori Pezzulla❤️
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Olivehurst to Laguna, you can expect a manageable 53.2-mile journey that typically takes about 56 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, as it covers a relatively short distance within the Pacific Coast region. With a fuel budget of approximately $7, it is an economical drive that won't strain your wallet. You will primarily navigate along Olivehurst Avenue, the Bernie Richter Memorial Highway, and the Golden State Highway to reach your destination. Because the trip is so brief, you do not need to worry about overnight logistics, allowing you to focus on the drive itself.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 4m. Total distance: 52 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (64%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is best described as a turn-heavy local experience rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. You will find that the highway share is 0 percent, meaning you should prepare for a more involved experience behind the wheel with frequent adjustments. There is no single long-distance stretch on this route, as the longest uninterrupted portion on Olivehurst Avenue is 0 miles, keeping you constantly engaged with local road conditions. As you transition between the various roads, expect a steady, winding pace that requires your full attention. It is a practical route for those who prefer navigating local corridors over the monotony of major freeways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
CA 70 is the longest continuous segment at about 18.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CA 70 and Golden State Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near CA 70.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 52 miles you will encounter 21 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 1.2 miles (CA 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 21 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
CA 70
Keep slight right at fork onto CA 70
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
37.6 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Take the exit toward US 50: South Lake Tahoe, San Francisco
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 518
Toward US 50: South Lake Tahoe, San Francisco
6
38 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 50 East: Fresno
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 518
Toward US 50 East: Fresno
8
40.1 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
I 80 Business / Capital City Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80 Business / Capital City Freeway toward I 80 Business East, CA 99 South: Reno, Fresno
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 80 Business East, CA 99 South: Reno, F...
8
48.2 mi into trip
|
~57m in
Take the exit toward Cosumnes River Boulevard, Calvine Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 289
Toward Cosumnes River Boulevard, Calvine Road
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Olivehurst, CA and Laguna, CA, road signs point toward San Francisco and Fresno.
San Francisco
37.6 mi in
|
~44m
Fresno
40.1 mi in
|
~47m
|
via I 80 Business
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CA 70 | 18.1 mi | 20m |
| Golden State Highway | 7.7 mi | 8m |
| South Sacramento Freeway | 7.4 mi | 8m |
| Westside Freeway | 6.2 mi | 7m |
| Bernie Richter Memorial Highway | 4.9 mi | 5m |
| Bruceville Road | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| Capital City Freeway | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| Olivehurst Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
CA 70
— 18.1 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Olivehurst, CA and Laguna, CA.
1
Start on 7th Avenue
164 ft
·
12 sec
·
7th Avenue
2
Turn left onto Olivehurst Avenue
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Olivehurst Avenue
3
Enter roundabout onto Olivehurst Avenue
108 ft
·
2 sec
·
Olivehurst Avenue
4
Continue on Olivehurst Avenue
216 ft
·
4 sec
·
Olivehurst Avenue
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
6
Merge onto CA 70
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
·
CA 70
7
Keep slight right at fork onto CA 70
18 mi
·
20 min
·
CA 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto CA 99
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Bernie Richter Memorial Highway
9
Continue on CA 99
7.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Golden State Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 5
6.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Westside Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 518
Toward US 50: South Lake Tahoe, San Francisco
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 518
Toward US 50 East: Fresno
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 518
Toward US 50 East: Fresno
14
Merge onto US 50; I 80 Business
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Capital City Freeway
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80 Business
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
·
Capital City Freeway
Toward I 80 Business East, CA 99 South: Reno, Fresno
Use the slight right lane.
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
Toward CA 99 South: Fresno
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Merge onto CA 99
7.4 mi
·
8 min
·
South Sacramento Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 289
Toward Cosumnes River Boulevard, Calvine Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Turn right onto Cosumnes River Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Cosumnes River Boulevard
Use the left / right lanes.
20
Turn left onto Bruceville Road
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Bruceville Road
Use the left / uturn / straight lanes.
21
Turn right onto Seasons Drive
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Seasons Drive
22
Turn right onto November Drive
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
November Drive
23
At end of road, turn left onto Mapleview Way
155 ft
·
12 sec
·
Mapleview Way
24
Turn left onto Fall Breeze Court
183 ft
·
8 sec
·
Fall Breeze Court
25
Arrive at destination
Fall Breeze Court
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26 mi from Olivehurst, 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26 miles from Olivehurst, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Laguna, CA
The final approach into Laguna, CA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.95 one way
$23.90 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $12.32 | $24.63 |
| premium | $6.18 | $12.65 | $25.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.48 | $22.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.2 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 | 15.6 | 0 | $5.46 | $2.50 |
| Efficient EV | 13 | 0 | $4.55 | $2.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.8 | 0 | $7.28 | $3.33 |
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
Laguna, CA
Morning in Laguna on Thursday
Local time
10:11 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
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
1h 4m 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 Olivehurst, CA to Laguna, CA covers 52 miles and takes about 1h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are CA 70, Golden State Highway, South Sacramento 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 26 miles from Olivehurst, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.95 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 52 miles you will encounter 21 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 1.2 miles (CA 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Between Olivehurst, CA and Laguna, CA, road signs point toward San Francisco and Fresno.
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