Origin
Sacramento, CA
Late night in Sacramento on Monday
Local time
2:01 AM
PDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sacramento, CA to Vine Hill, CA
Drive Time
1h 16m
Distance
63.3 mi
102 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 10m
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6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sacramento, CA
Stephen Leonardi
Vine Hill, CA
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Spanning 63.3 miles, this trek from Sacramento to Vine Hill is a straightforward journey typically taking about 1 hour and 16 minutes. Because of the quick transit time, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $15 on fuel for this Pacific Coast route. Navigating through this area involves utilizing the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, the Luther E Gibson Freeway, and the Yolo Causeway. Since the entire drive stays within the Pacific Coast region, you will experience consistent coastal-adjacent terrain throughout the trip. It is a practical, efficient connection that serves as a reliable link between these two California locations.
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
31.6 miles from Sacramento, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 38m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a varied driving experience that shifts from high-speed transit to a more technical finish. While about 25% of your travel occurs on highways, the route transitions into a turn-heavy local drive as you approach Vine Hill. You will spend your longest uninterrupted stretch of 37.2 miles on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, which provides a steady pace before the road becomes more demanding. Be prepared for the transition from the broader freeway infrastructure to the localized road patterns that define the final leg of your journey. This mix ensures that the drive remains engaging rather than monotonous, requiring you to stay attentive as the road character evolves.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
P Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
245 ft
16 ft
Total Climb
229 ft
Total Descent
226 ft
Highest Point
245 ft
~36.2 mi in
Elevation Range
229 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Sacramento, CA to Vine Hill, CA is easy. At 1h 16m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Sacramento, CA to Vine Hill, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| P Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 50 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 50 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Capital City Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Yolo Causeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Dwight D | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 680 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Luther E Gibson Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
P Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sacramento, CA and Vine Hill, CA.
1
Start on 9th Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
9th Street
2
Turn right onto P Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
P Street
3
Take the ramp straight toward US 50, I 5 South: South Lake Tahoe, San Francisco, Los Angeles
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
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US 50, I 5 South: South Lake Tahoe, San Francisco, Los Angeles
4
Keep slight left to continue on US 50: South Lake Tahoe, San Francisco
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
US 50: South Lake Tahoe, San Francisco
5
Keep slight right to continue on US 50 West: San Francisco
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
US 50 West: San Francisco
6
Merge slight left onto Capital City Freeway
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Capital City Freeway
7
Continue on Yolo Causeway
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Yolo Causeway
8
Continue on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
37 mi
·
42 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 680: Benicia, San Jose
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 680: Benicia, San Jose
10
Continue on Luther E Gibson Freeway
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Luther E Gibson Freeway
11
Continue on Benicia-Martinez Bridge
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Benicia-Martinez Bridge
12
Take the exit slight right toward Pacheco Boulevard, Arthur Road
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Pacheco Boulevard, Arthur Road
13
Turn right onto Arthur Road
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Arthur Road
14
Turn slight right
302 ft
·
14 sec
15
Turn straight onto Pacheco Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Pacheco Boulevard
16
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 1-hour and 16-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility when choosing your departure time. Since the trip requires no planned stops, you can easily complete the 63.3-mile distance in one go. Keep in mind that with $15 budgeted for fuel, it is wise to ensure your tank is topped off before hitting the road to avoid unnecessary detours. Because the final portion of the route is turn-heavy, try to avoid navigating the local roads during peak visibility challenges or heavy traffic hours if you prefer a smoother arrival. Use the lack of required stops to your advantage by planning your schedule around your own personal comfort rather than logistical necessities.
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 31.6 miles from Sacramento, CA, or about 38m into the drive.
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 63.3 miles or 1h 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31.6 miles or 38m 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 4m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Vine Hill, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sacramento, 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 Sacramento, CA
This is one driving day of about 63.3 miles and 1h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Sacramento, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.6 mi from Sacramento, CA · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 63.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.6 miles from Sacramento, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Vine Hill, CA
The final approach into Vine Hill, 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 Vine Hill, 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
$14.66 one way
$29.32 round trip
$5.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.07 | $15.12 | $30.23 |
| premium | $6.24 | $15.56 | $31.12 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $14.06 | $28.13 |
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: 22.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19 | 0 | $6.65 | $3.04 |
| Efficient EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.54 | $2.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.3 | 0 | $8.86 | $4.05 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Vine Hill, CA
Late night in Vine Hill on Monday
Local time
2:01 AM
PDT
Current temp
47°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
4 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 16m 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 Sacramento, CA to Vine Hill, CA covers 63.3 miles and takes about 1h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are P Street, US 50, US 50 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.6 miles from Sacramento, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.66 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.
The drive from Sacramento, CA to Vine Hill, CA is easy. At 1h 16m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Sacramento, CA to Vine Hill, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Sacramento, CA to Vine Hill, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 16 ft to 245 ft elevation with about 229 ft of total climbing.
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