Origin
Russ, CA
Evening in Russ on Tuesday
Local time
5:10 PM
PDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Russ, CA to Long Beach, CA
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
66 mi
106 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
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6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Russ, CA
Спиридон Варфаламеев
Long Beach, CA
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Trip Overview
This 66-mile drive from Russ, CA to Long Beach, CA takes approximately 1 hour and 21 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You'll spend most of your time on major freeways like the I 405 Truck, San Diego Freeway, and Antelope Valley Freeway, with 87% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $15. Given the relatively short distance and focused highway profile, this route is best tackled in one go, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. Both your origin and destination are within the Pacific Coast region, so expect a drive largely defined by urban and suburban landscapes.
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
33 miles from Russ, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 40m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 66-mile route, with 87% of your travel on freeways. The character of the road is primarily that of major arteries, designed for efficient travel. You'll experience stretches like the 23 miles on I 405 Truck, which are typical of a freeway environment. The Antelope Valley Freeway and San Diego Freeway also contribute to this fast-paced, high-volume driving experience. This isn't a route defined by winding country roads; rather, it's about covering ground efficiently on well-established routes.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 405 Truck is the longest continuous segment at about 23 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 405 Truck and San Diego Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 15.1 miles in near CA 14 / Antelope Valley Freeway.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 66 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 15.1 miles (CA 14 / Antelope Valley Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 16 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.2 miles (I 5 Truck): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
15.1 mi into trip
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~19m in
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CA 14 / Antelope Valley Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto CA 14 / Antelope Valley Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
16 mi into trip
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~20m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
19.2 mi into trip
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~24m in
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I 5 Truck
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5 Truck toward I 405 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 158
Toward I 405 South
6
19.4 mi into trip
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~24m in
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I 405 Truck
Keep slight right at fork onto I 405 Truck
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
63.6 mi into trip
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~1h 16m in
Take the exit toward Downtown Long Beach, Convention Center, Aquarium
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Toward Downtown Long Beach, Convention Center,...
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 405 Truck | 23 mi | 26m |
| San Diego Freeway | 18 mi | 20m |
| Antelope Valley Freeway | 10.9 mi | 12m |
| Soledad Canyon Road | 5 mi | 7m |
| Golden State Freeway | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Long Beach Freeway | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Shoreline Drive | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| West Ocean Boulevard | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 405 Truck
— 23 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Russ, CA and Long Beach, CA.
1
Start on Soledad Canyon Road
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Soledad Canyon Road
2
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward CA 14 South: Los Angeles
3
Merge onto CA 14
9.9 mi
·
11 min
·
Antelope Valley Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Keep slight left at fork onto CA 14
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Antelope Valley Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 5
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Golden State Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5 Truck
0.3 mi
·
17 sec
·
I 5 Truck
Exit 158
Toward I 405 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 405 Truck
23 mi
·
26 min
·
I 405 Truck
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 405
18 mi
·
20 min
·
San Diego Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
377 ft
·
9 sec
Toward I 710 South: Long Beach
Use the slight right lane.
11
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
this road
Exit 32B
Toward I 710 South: Long Beach
12
Merge onto I 710
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Long Beach Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on I 710
0.5 mi
·
40 sec
·
Seaside Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward Downtown Long Beach, Convention Center, Aquarium
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
15
Continue on Shoreline Drive
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Shoreline Drive
16
Turn left onto South Chestnut Place
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
South Chestnut Place
Use the left / uturn lanes.
17
Turn right onto West Ocean Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Ocean Boulevard
18
Continue on East Ocean Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
East Ocean Boulevard
Use the left lane.
19
Arrive at destination
East Ocean Boulevard
Trip Plan
Since this drive is just over an hour, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure. Leaving early can help you avoid the heaviest traffic associated with these freeways. With no planned stops, your focus will be on smooth transit. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $15, but it's always wise to top off before embarking on any significant freeway travel. A specific tip for this route: be aware of the potential for significant traffic delays on the I 405 Truck, especially during peak commute hours, so factor that into your timing.
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 33 miles from Russ, CA, or about 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23 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 66 miles or 1h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33 miles or 40m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Long Beach, 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 66 miles and 1h 21m.
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 I 405 Truck for about 23 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33 mi from Russ, CA · 40m 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 66 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33 miles from Russ, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Long Beach, CA
The final approach into Long Beach, 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 Long Beach, 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
$15.17 one way
$30.34 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $15.63 | $31.26 |
| premium | $6.18 | $16.05 | $32.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.57 | $29.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.1 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 | 19.8 | 0 | $6.93 | $3.17 |
| Efficient EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.77 | $2.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.4 | 0 | $9.24 | $4.22 |
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
Long Beach, CA
Evening in Long Beach on Tuesday
Local time
5:10 PM
PDT
Current temp
56°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
12 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 21m 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 Long Beach, CA covers 66 miles and takes about 1h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 405 Truck, San Diego Freeway, Antelope Valley 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 33 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 $15.17 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 is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 66 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 15.1 miles (CA 14 / Antelope Valley Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 16 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.2 miles (I 5 Truck): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Russ, CA to Long Beach, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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