Origin
Russ, CA
Evening in Russ on Tuesday
Local time
5:17 PM
PDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Russ, CA to Lancaster, CA
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
43m
Distance
29.8 mi
48 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
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6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 45m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 51m
8 PM
0h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Russ, CA
Спиридон Варфаламеев
Lancaster, CA
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Trip Overview
This 29.8-mile drive from Russ, CA to Lancaster, CA takes about 43 minutes and is easily manageable as a single-day trip. You'll primarily be on the Antelope Valley Freeway, Soledad Canyon Road, and 10th Street West. With a fuel cost estimated at $7, this is a budget-friendly option for getting between the Pacific Coast regions. The mixed drive profile means you'll experience a variety of road types on this short journey. It's a straightforward trip, perfect for when you need to cover ground efficiently within California.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
14.9 miles from Russ, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 24m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Your journey features a mixed drive profile, with 52% of the route on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 15.5 miles on the Antelope Valley Freeway, offering a chance to maintain a steady pace. As you transition, you'll navigate through Soledad Canyon Road and finally 10th Street West, introducing more local road elements. Expect a dynamic driving experience that shifts from open freeway to more integrated local thoroughfares as you approach your destination.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Antelope Valley Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 15.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 8.3 miles in near Soledad Canyon Road.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 29.8 miles you will encounter 7 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 8.3 miles (Soledad Canyon Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 11.3 miles (CA 14 / Antelope Valley Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
8.3 mi into trip
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~14m in
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Soledad Canyon Road
Keep slight right at fork onto Soledad Canyon Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
11.3 mi into trip
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~19m in
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CA 14 / Antelope Valley Freeway
Merge onto CA 14 / Antelope Valley Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
26.8 mi into trip
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~38m in
Take the exit toward Avenue K
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 42
Toward Avenue K
6
27 mi into trip
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~38m in
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West Avenue K
Turn right onto West Avenue K
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
27.5 mi into trip
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~39m in
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10th Street West
Turn left onto 10th Street West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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 Russ, CA to Lancaster, CA, road signs begin pointing toward Avenue K along the way.
Avenue K
26.8 mi in
|
~38m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Antelope Valley Freeway | 15.5 mi | 18m |
| Soledad Canyon Road | 10.4 mi | 18m |
| 10th Street West | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Avenue J | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Santiago Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Sierra Highway | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West Avenue K | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Antelope Valley Freeway
— 15.5 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Russ, CA and Lancaster, CA.
1
Start on Soledad Canyon Road
8.3 mi
·
14 min
·
Soledad Canyon Road
2
Keep slight right at fork onto Soledad Canyon Road
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Soledad Canyon Road
3
Turn left onto Santiago Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Santiago Road
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward CA 14 North
5
Merge onto CA 14
16 mi
·
18 min
·
Antelope Valley Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 42
Toward Avenue K
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn right onto West Avenue K
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
West Avenue K
Use the right lane.
8
Turn left onto 10th Street West
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
10th Street West
Use the left lane.
9
Turn right onto N5
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Avenue J
10
Turn left onto US 6 Hist
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Sierra Highway
11
Arrive at destination
US 6 Hist
Trip Plan
Given the short 43-minute duration, this route offers a lot of flexibility for departure times. You won't need to plan for overnight stops, and with only $7 in estimated fuel costs, it's an economical choice. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid potential rush hour congestion on the Antelope Valley Freeway. Since there are no planned stops in the data, be sure to fuel up before you depart Russ, CA, as the longest stretch is over 15 miles and you'll want to arrive in Lancaster, CA with plenty of gas.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 14.9 miles from Russ, CA, or about 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.5 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 29.8 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14.9 miles or 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lancaster, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Russ, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Russ, CA
This is one driving day of about 29.8 miles and 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Russ, CA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Antelope Valley Freeway for about 15.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14.9 mi from Russ, CA · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 29.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 14.9 miles from Russ, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lancaster, CA
The final approach into Lancaster, 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 Lancaster, CA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.85 one way
$13.70 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $7.06 | $14.12 |
| premium | $6.18 | $7.25 | $14.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.58 | $13.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.13 | $1.43 |
| Efficient EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.61 | $1.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.17 | $1.91 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Lancaster, CA
Evening in Lancaster on Tuesday
Local time
5:17 PM
PDT
Current temp
43°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
25 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
43m 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 Russ, CA to Lancaster, CA covers 29.8 miles and takes about 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Antelope Valley Freeway, Soledad Canyon Road, 10th Street West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.9 miles from Russ, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.85 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 29.8 miles you will encounter 7 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 8.3 miles (Soledad Canyon Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 11.3 miles (CA 14 / Antelope Valley Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Russ, CA to Lancaster, CA, road signs begin pointing toward Avenue K along the way.
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