Origin
Sun Village, CA
Night in Sun Village on Thursday
Local time
9:54 PM
PDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sun Village, CA to Anaheim, CA
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 55m
Distance
92.8 mi
149 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 47m
★
6 AM
1h 56m
8 AM
2h 13m
10 AM
2h 2m
12 PM
2h 0m
3 PM
2h 3m
5 PM
2h 12m
8 PM
1h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sun Village, CA
Sarah Williams
Trip Overview
This 92.8-mile drive from Sun Village, CA to Anaheim, CA is a straightforward, single-day trip that should take about 1 hour and 55 minutes. It's a highway-focused route, with 85% of the journey on major freeways. With an estimated fuel cost of $21, it's an economical option for a quick getaway within the Pacific Coast region. You'll primarily be on the Antelope Valley Freeway, I-5 Truck, and Santa Ana Freeway. This route is ideal for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.4 miles from Sun Village, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 55m. Total distance: 92.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 92.8-mile journey, with 85% of it spent on major freeways. The route is characterized by continuous stretches of fast-paced driving, with the longest uninterrupted segment covering 29.6 miles on the Antelope Valley Freeway. While primarily interstate, the route offers a consistent driving experience without significant changes in road type, making it predictable for drivers. You'll likely experience typical Southern California freeway conditions as you make your way south.
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.
Antelope Valley Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 29.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Antelope Valley Freeway and I 5 Truck. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 39.9 miles in near CA 14 / Antelope Valley Freeway.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 92.8 miles you will encounter 15 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 39.9 miles (CA 14 / Antelope Valley Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 40.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 44 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
39.9 mi into trip
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~50m 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
40.8 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
44 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
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
8
69 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
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I 5 / Golden State Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 5 / Golden State Freeway toward CA 60 East, I 5 South: Pomona, Soto Street, Santa Ana
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Toward CA 60 East, I 5 South: Pomona, Soto Stre...
7
90.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m in
Take the exit toward Lincoln Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 111
Toward Lincoln Avenue
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 Sun Village, CA to Anaheim, CA, road signs begin pointing toward Santa Ana along the way.
Santa Ana
69 mi in
|
~1h 25m
|
via I 5
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Antelope Valley Freeway | 29.6 mi | 32m |
| I 5 Truck | 25 mi | 29m |
| Santa Ana Freeway | 20.7 mi | 24m |
| Pearblossom Highway | 4.5 mi | 7m |
| East Avenue T | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| Golden State Freeway | 3.9 mi | 4m |
| West Lincoln Avenue | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| 96th Street East | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Antelope Valley Freeway
— 29.6 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sun Village, CA and Anaheim, CA.
1
Start on East Avenue R 14
383 ft
·
22 sec
·
East Avenue R 14
2
Turn left onto 96th Street East
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
96th Street East
3
Turn right onto East Avenue T
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
East Avenue T
4
Continue on Pearblossom Highway
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Pearblossom Highway
5
Continue on US 6 Hist
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Sierra Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward CA 14 South: Los Angeles
7
Merge onto CA 14
29 mi
·
31 min
·
Antelope Valley Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto CA 14
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Antelope Valley Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 5
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Golden State Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
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.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 5 Truck
25 mi
·
29 min
·
I 5 Truck
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 5
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Golden State Freeway
Toward CA 60 East, I 5 South: Pomona, Soto Street, Santa Ana
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
14
Merge onto I 5
21 mi
·
24 min
·
Santa Ana Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 111
Toward Lincoln Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn left onto West Lincoln Avenue
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
West Lincoln Avenue
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto South Anaheim Boulevard
370 ft
·
14 sec
·
South Anaheim Boulevard
18
Turn right
200 ft
·
14 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour and 55 minutes, this drive is best tackled in one go. Consider departing mid-morning to avoid peak rush hour traffic in both the Los Angeles and Orange County areas. With no recommended stops, you can be flexible with your timing. The fuel cost is estimated at $21, so plan accordingly. A practical tip for this route: keep an eye on traffic reports before you leave Sun Village, as conditions on the I-5 corridor can change rapidly and impact your travel time.
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 46.4 miles from Sun Village, CA, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.6 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 20 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.4 miles or 58m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Anaheim, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Sun Village, CA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Sun Village, CA
This is one driving day of about 92.8 miles and 1h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Sun Village, CA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Antelope Valley Freeway for about 29.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.4 mi from Sun Village, CA · 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 46.4 miles from Sun Village, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Anaheim, CA
The final approach into Anaheim, CA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.33 one way
$42.66 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $21.98 | $43.96 |
| premium | $6.18 | $22.57 | $45.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.49 | $40.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.8 | 0 | $9.74 | $4.45 |
| Efficient EV | 23.2 | 0 | $8.12 | $3.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.1 | 0 | $12.99 | $5.94 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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
Anaheim, CA
Night in Anaheim on Thursday
Local time
9:54 PM
PDT
Current temp
72°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
27 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
1h 55m 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 Sun Village, CA to Anaheim, CA covers 92.8 miles and takes about 1h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Antelope Valley Freeway, I 5 Truck, Santa Ana 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 46.4 miles from Sun Village, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.33 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 92.8 miles you will encounter 15 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 39.9 miles (CA 14 / Antelope Valley Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 40.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 44 miles (I 5 Truck): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Sun Village, CA to Anaheim, CA, road signs begin pointing toward Santa Ana along the way.
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