Origin
Pine Grove, CA
Late night in Pine Grove on Friday
Local time
4:40 AM
PDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pine Grove, 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
1h 20m
Distance
50.1 mi
81 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
1h 14m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 33m
10 AM
1h 25m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 32m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pine Grove, CA
Brett Sayles
Laguna, CA
Tori Pezzulla❤️
Trip Overview
The drive from Pine Grove, CA to Laguna, CA covers 50.1 miles and takes about 1h 20m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Jackson Road, Ridge Road, Grant Line Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 20.6 miles on Jackson Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.52 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 20m. Total distance: 50.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (14%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 20m drive with frequent turns across 50.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Jackson Road is the longest continuous segment at about 20.6 miles.
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 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Irish Town Pine Grove Weiland Road.
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 50.1 miles you will encounter 13 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 (Irish Town Pine Grove Weiland Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (CA 88): Navigation decision point; at 15.6 miles (CA 16 / Jackson Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Irish Town Pine Grove Weiland Road
Turn right onto Irish Town Pine Grove Weiland Road
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CA 88
Turn left onto CA 88
Navigation decision point
5
15.6 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
CA 16 / Jackson Road
Turn left onto CA 16 / Jackson Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
50.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
|
Mapleview Way
At end of road, turn left onto Mapleview Way
Navigation decision point
5
50.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
|
Fall Breeze Court
Turn left onto Fall Breeze Court
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson Road | 20.6 mi | 30m |
| Ridge Road | 8.3 mi | 14m |
| Grant Line Road | 7.2 mi | 10m |
| CA 49 | 6.8 mi | 9m |
| Bond Road | 4.6 mi | 8m |
| Laguna Boulevard | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| CA 88 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Bruceville Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Jackson Road
— 20.6 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pine Grove, CA and Laguna, CA.
1
Start on Church Street
120 ft
·
8 sec
·
Church Street
2
Turn right onto Irish Town Pine Grove Weiland Road
162 ft
·
12 sec
·
Irish Town Pine Grove Weiland Road
3
Turn left onto CA 88
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
CA 88
4
Turn right onto Ridge Road
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Ridge Road
5
At end of road, turn right onto Ridge Road
5.2 mi
·
9 min
·
Ridge Road
6
Turn right onto CA 49
6.8 mi
·
9 min
·
CA 49
7
Turn left onto CA 16
21 mi
·
30 min
·
Jackson Road
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn left onto Grant Line Road
7.2 mi
·
10 min
·
Grant Line Road
9
Turn right onto Bond Road
4.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Bond Road
Use the left / uturn lanes.
10
Continue on Bond Road
466 ft
·
10 sec
·
Bond Road
11
Continue on Laguna Boulevard
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Laguna Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Turn left onto Bruceville Road
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Bruceville Road
Use the left / uturn lanes.
13
Turn right onto Seasons Drive
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Seasons Drive
14
Turn right onto November Drive
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
November Drive
15
At end of road, turn left onto Mapleview Way
155 ft
·
12 sec
·
Mapleview Way
16
Turn left onto Fall Breeze Court
183 ft
·
8 sec
·
Fall Breeze Court
17
Arrive at destination
Fall Breeze Court
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.1 mi from Pine Grove, CA · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 25.1 miles from Pine Grove, 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
$11.52 one way
$23.03 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $11.87 | $23.73 |
| premium | $6.18 | $12.18 | $24.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.06 | $22.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.5 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 | 0 | $5.26 | $2.40 |
| Efficient EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.38 | $2.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20 | 0 | $7.01 | $3.21 |
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
Late night in Laguna on Friday
Local time
4:40 AM
PDT
Current temp
45°F
Clear
NNW 15 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 16 at 9:49PM PDT until April 17 at 2:00AM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 16 at 9:49PM PDT until April 17 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
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
22 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 20m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Pine Grove, CA to Laguna, CA covers 50.1 miles and takes about 1h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Jackson Road, Ridge Road, Grant Line Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.1 miles from Pine Grove, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.52 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 50.1 miles you will encounter 13 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 (Irish Town Pine Grove Weiland Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (CA 88): Navigation decision point; at 15.6 miles (CA 16 / Jackson Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Pine Grove, CA to Laguna, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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. 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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