Origin
Riverdale Park, CA
Evening in Riverdale Park on Thursday
Local time
7:06 PM
PDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Riverdale Park, CA to Laguna, CA
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 22m
Distance
65.6 mi
106 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
★
6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 36m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Riverdale Park, CA
Alexie Valix
Laguna, CA
Tori Pezzulla❤️
Trip Overview
The drive from Riverdale Park, CA to Laguna, CA covers 65.6 miles and takes about 1h 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on CA 99, South Carpenter Road, Laguna Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 58.1 miles on CA 99. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.08 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 22m. Total distance: 65.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 22m highway drive covering 65.6 miles, with most of the trip on CA 99 and South Carpenter Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 58.1 miles on CA 99.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
CA 99 is the longest continuous segment at about 58.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CA 99 and South Carpenter Road. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 29.2 miles in near CA 99.
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 65.6 miles you will encounter 11 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 29.2 miles (CA 99): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 63.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 63.5 miles (Laguna Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
29.2 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
CA 99
Keep slight left at fork onto CA 99
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
63.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Take the exit toward Laguna Boulevard, Bond Road
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 287
Toward Laguna Boulevard, Bond Road
4
63.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
Laguna Boulevard
Turn left onto Laguna Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
5
65.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
|
Mapleview Way
At end of road, turn left onto Mapleview Way
Navigation decision point
5
65.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
|
Fall Breeze Court
Turn left onto Fall Breeze Court
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CA 99 | 58.1 mi | 1h 6m |
| South Carpenter Road | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| Laguna Boulevard | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Paradise Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Bruceville Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Seasons Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| November Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Fall Breeze Court | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
CA 99
— 58.1 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Riverdale Park, CA and Laguna, CA.
1
Start on Paradise Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Paradise Road
2
Turn left onto South Carpenter Road
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
South Carpenter Road
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
4
Merge onto CA 99
24 mi
·
27 min
·
CA 99
5
Keep slight left at fork onto CA 99
34 mi
·
39 min
·
CA 99
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 287
Toward Laguna Boulevard, Bond Road
Use the slight right lane.
7
Turn left onto Laguna Boulevard
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Laguna Boulevard
Use the left / right lanes.
8
Turn left onto Bruceville Road
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Bruceville Road
Use the left / uturn lanes.
9
Turn right onto Seasons Drive
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Seasons Drive
10
Turn right onto November Drive
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
November Drive
11
At end of road, turn left onto Mapleview Way
155 ft
·
12 sec
·
Mapleview Way
12
Turn left onto Fall Breeze Court
183 ft
·
8 sec
·
Fall Breeze Court
13
Arrive at destination
Fall Breeze Court
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.8 mi from Riverdale Park, CA · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.8 miles from Riverdale Park, 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
$15.08 one way
$30.16 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $15.54 | $31.07 |
| premium | $6.18 | $15.95 | $31.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.48 | $28.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$15
Estimated CO2 emission: 23 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.89 | $3.15 |
| Efficient EV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.74 | $2.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.2 | 0 | $9.18 | $4.20 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Evening in Laguna on Thursday
Local time
7:06 PM
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
21 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 22m 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 Riverdale Park, CA to Laguna, CA covers 65.6 miles and takes about 1h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are CA 99, South Carpenter Road, Laguna Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.8 miles from Riverdale Park, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.08 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 65.6 miles you will encounter 11 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 29.2 miles (CA 99): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 63.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 63.5 miles (Laguna Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Riverdale Park, CA to Laguna, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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