Origin
Shingle Springs, CA
Late night in Shingle Springs on Friday
Local time
12:23 AM
PDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Shingle Springs, CA to Laguna, CA
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
53m
Distance
39.5 mi
64 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
★
6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 3m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Shingle Springs, CA
Ryan Stephens
Laguna, CA
Tori Pezzulla❤️
Trip Overview
The drive from Shingle Springs, CA to Laguna, CA covers 39.5 miles and takes about 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 50, Power Inn Road, Bruceville Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 27.4 miles on US 50. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.08 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 39.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 53m highway drive covering 39.5 miles, with most of the trip on US 50 and Power Inn Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 27.4 miles on US 50.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 50 is the longest continuous segment at about 27.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 50 and Power Inn Road. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near US 50.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 39.5 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 1 miles (US 50): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 35.7 miles (Calvine Road): 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.
5
1 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 50
Merge onto US 50
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
28.4 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Take the exit toward CA 16 East: Power Inn Road, Howe Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 9
Toward CA 16 East: Power Inn Road, Howe Avenue
6
35.7 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
Calvine Road
Turn right onto Calvine Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
39.4 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
Mapleview Way
At end of road, turn left onto Mapleview Way
Navigation decision point
5
39.5 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
Fall Breeze Court
Turn left onto Fall Breeze Court
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 50 | 27.4 mi | 31m |
| Power Inn Road | 6.5 mi | 11m |
| Bruceville Road | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| Mother Lode Drive | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Cosumnes River Boulevard | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Howe Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Seasons Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Calvine Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 50
— 27.4 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shingle Springs, CA and Laguna, CA.
1
Start on Mother Lode Drive
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Mother Lode Drive
2
Turn right onto South Shingle Road
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
South Shingle Road
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
4
Merge onto US 50
27 mi
·
31 min
·
US 50
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 9
Toward CA 16 East: Power Inn Road, Howe Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Turn left onto CA 16
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
Howe Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
Continue on Power Inn Road
6.5 mi
·
11 min
·
Power Inn Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
8
Turn right onto Calvine Road
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Calvine Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on Cosumnes River Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Cosumnes River Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn left onto Bruceville Road
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Bruceville Road
Use the left / uturn / straight lanes.
11
Turn right onto Seasons Drive
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Seasons Drive
12
Turn right onto November Drive
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
November Drive
13
At end of road, turn left onto Mapleview Way
155 ft
·
12 sec
·
Mapleview Way
14
Turn left onto Fall Breeze Court
183 ft
·
8 sec
·
Fall Breeze Court
15
Arrive at destination
Fall Breeze Court
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.8 mi from Shingle Springs, CA · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.8 miles from Shingle Springs, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Laguna, CA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Laguna, CA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.08 one way
$18.16 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $9.36 | $18.71 |
| premium | $6.18 | $9.61 | $19.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.72 | $17.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.15 | $1.90 |
| Efficient EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.46 | $1.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.53 | $2.53 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
12:23 AM
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
8 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
53m 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 Shingle Springs, CA to Laguna, CA covers 39.5 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 50, Power Inn Road, Bruceville Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.8 miles from Shingle Springs, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.08 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 39.5 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 1 miles (US 50): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 35.7 miles (Calvine Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Shingle Springs, CA to Laguna, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Data sources
The figures on this page are computed from open government and mapping datasets, not crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Full methodology, refresh cadence, and limitations are documented on the methodology page.
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