Origin
Shingle Springs, CA
Night in Shingle Springs on Thursday
Local time
10:09 PM
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
52m
Distance
38.6 mi
62 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 1m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 49m
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 38.6 miles and takes about 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Shingle Road, CA 16 East, Howe Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.87 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 52m. Total distance: 38.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 52m drive with frequent turns across 38.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Shingle Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Shingle Springs, CA to Laguna, CA is easy. At 52m 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 Shingle Springs, CA to Laguna, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Shingle Road | — | — |
| CA 16 East | — | — |
| Howe Avenue | — | — |
| Power Inn Road | — | — |
| Calvine Road | — | — |
| Cosumnes River Boulevard | — | — |
| Bruceville Road | — | — |
| Seasons Drive | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
South Shingle Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
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 slight right
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
4
Merge slight left
27 mi
·
31 min
5
Take the exit slight right toward CA 16 East: Power Inn Road, Howe Avenue
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
CA 16 East: Power Inn Road, Howe Avenue
6
Turn left onto Howe Avenue
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
Howe Avenue
7
Continue on Power Inn Road
6.5 mi
·
11 min
·
Power Inn Road
8
Turn right onto Calvine Road
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Calvine Road
9
Continue on Cosumnes River Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Cosumnes River Boulevard
10
Turn left onto Bruceville Road
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Bruceville Road
11
Turn right onto Seasons Drive
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Seasons Drive
12
Turn right onto November Drive
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
November Drive
13
At the end of the road, turn left onto Mapleview Way
154 ft
·
12 sec
·
Mapleview Way
14
Turn left onto Fall Breeze Court
184 ft
·
8 sec
·
Fall Breeze Court
15
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.3 mi from Shingle Springs, CA · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.3 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
$8.87 one way
$17.74 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $9.14 | $18.28 |
| premium | $6.18 | $9.39 | $18.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.52 | $17.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.5 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 | 11.6 | 0 | $4.05 | $1.85 |
| Efficient EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.38 | $1.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.40 | $2.47 |
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
Night in Laguna on Thursday
Local time
10:09 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
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
52m 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 38.6 miles and takes about 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Shingle Road, CA 16 East, Howe Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.3 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 $8.87 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 Shingle Springs, CA to Laguna, CA is easy. At 52m 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 Shingle Springs, CA to Laguna, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Shingle Springs, CA to Laguna, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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