Origin
Truckee, CA
Late night in Truckee on Friday
Local time
2:50 AM
PDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Truckee, CA to Peardale, CA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 16m
Distance
60.6 mi
98 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Truckee, CA
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Peardale, CA
Stephen Leonardi
Trip Overview
The drive from Truckee, CA to Peardale, CA covers 60.6 miles and takes about 1h 16m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Alan S. Hart Freeway, Colfax Highway, Donner Pass Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 50.8 miles on Alan S. Hart Freeway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.93 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 60.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 16m highway drive covering 60.6 miles, with most of the trip on Alan S. Hart Freeway and Colfax Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 50.8 miles on Alan S. Hart Freeway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Alan S. Hart Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 50.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Alan S. Hart Freeway and Colfax Highway. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 40 Hist / Donner Pass Road.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Truckee, CA to Peardale, CA is easy. At 1h 16m with 84% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 40 Hist / Donner Pass Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (US 40 Hist / Donner Pass Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.6 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 40 Hist / Donner Pass Road
Turn left onto US 40 Hist / Donner Pass Road
Navigation decision point
4
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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US 40 Hist / Donner Pass Road
Enter roundabout onto US 40 Hist / Donner Pass Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
0.6 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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I 80; CA 89 / Alan S. Hart Freeway
Merge onto I 80; CA 89 / Alan S. Hart Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
51.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
Take the exit toward CA 174 West: Colfax, Grass Valley
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 135
Toward CA 174 West: Colfax, Grass Valley
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 Truckee, CA to Peardale, CA, road signs begin pointing toward Grass Valley along the way.
Grass Valley
51.7 mi in
|
~1h 1m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Alan S. Hart Freeway | 50.8 mi | 58m |
| Colfax Highway | 8.7 mi | 14m |
| Donner Pass Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| South Auburn Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Alan S. Hart Freeway
— 50.8 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Truckee, CA and Peardale, CA.
1
Start on this road
78 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto US 40 Hist
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Donner Pass Road
3
Enter roundabout onto US 40 Hist
11 ft
·
0 sec
·
Donner Pass Road
4
Continue on US 40 Hist
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Donner Pass Road
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
6
Merge onto I 80; CA 89
51 mi
·
58 min
·
Alan S. Hart Freeway
Use the slight right lane.
7
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Exit 135
Toward CA 174 West: Colfax, Grass Valley
8
Continue on CA 174
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
South Auburn Street
9
Continue on CA 174
8.7 mi
·
14 min
·
Colfax Highway
10
Arrive at destination
CA 174
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.3 mi from Truckee, CA · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.3 miles from Truckee, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Peardale, CA
The final approach into Peardale, 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
$13.93 one way
$27.86 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $14.35 | $28.71 |
| premium | $6.18 | $14.74 | $29.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.38 | $26.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$14
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.36 | $2.91 |
| Efficient EV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.30 | $2.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.2 | 0 | $8.48 | $3.88 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (67% 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
Peardale, CA
Late night in Peardale on Friday
Local time
2:50 AM
PDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
42°F
Colfax, CA
30 mi in
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
3 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 Truckee, CA to Peardale, CA covers 60.6 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 Alan S. Hart Freeway, Colfax Highway, Donner Pass 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 30.3 miles from Truckee, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.93 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 Truckee, CA to Peardale, CA is easy. At 1h 16m with 84% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 40 Hist / Donner Pass Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (US 40 Hist / Donner Pass Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.6 miles: Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Truckee, CA to Peardale, CA, road signs begin pointing toward Grass Valley along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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