Origin
Upland, CA
Evening in Upland on Tuesday
Local time
7:00 PM
PDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Upland, CA to Stockton, CA
Data updated 4 hours ago
Drive Time
6h 49m
Distance
369 mi
594 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$85
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 38m
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6 AM
6h 50m
8 AM
7h 13m
10 AM
6h 58m
12 PM
6h 55m
3 PM
6h 59m
5 PM
7h 12m
8 PM
6h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Upland, CA
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Stockton, CA
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Trip Overview
Embarking from Upland, CA, to Stockton, CA, covers 369 miles and is estimated to take around 6 hours and 49 minutes of driving time. This highway-focused journey is best tackled in a single day, making it a convenient option for a quick trip. The estimated fuel cost for this drive is approximately $85. You'll primarily be on the Westside Freeway and Foothill Freeway, with a significant portion also utilizing I 5 Truck. Both your origin and destination are within the Pacific Coast region, so expect a drive that stays within California's familiar landscape.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
184.5 miles from Upland, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 29m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 98% of the journey on major roadways. You'll experience long stretches of open road, including one uninterrupted segment of 250.5 miles on the Westside Freeway. The character of the drive is consistent, emphasizing efficient travel over varied scenery. Expect a predictable driving experience as you navigate these freeways across California.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Westside Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 250.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Westside Freeway and Foothill Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.5 miles in near Baseline Road.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 369 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.5 miles (Baseline Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 5.5 miles (CA 210 / Foothill Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 23 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
3.5 mi into trip
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~6m in
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Baseline Road
Turn left onto Baseline Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
4.3 mi into trip
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~7m in
Take the ramp toward CA 210 West: Pasadena
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward CA 210 West: Pasadena
6
5.5 mi into trip
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~9m in
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CA 210 / Foothill Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto CA 210 / Foothill Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
31.1 mi into trip
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~39m in
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I 210 / Foothill Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 210 / Foothill Freeway toward I 210 West: Sacramento
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 26A
Toward I 210 West: Sacramento
7
116.3 mi into trip
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~2h 16m in
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I 5 / Westside Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5 / Westside Freeway toward I 5 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 5 North
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Westside Freeway | 250.5 mi | 4h 28m |
| Foothill Freeway | 52.1 mi | 1h |
| I 5 Truck | 37.1 mi | 42m |
| Golden State Freeway | 22.3 mi | 25m |
| West Foothill Boulevard | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| South El Dorado Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Benson Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| Baseline Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Westside Freeway
— 250.5 mi, about 4h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Upland, CA and Stockton, CA.
1
Start on North 2nd Avenue
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
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North 2nd Avenue
2
Turn left onto East Arrow Highway
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
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East Arrow Highway
3
Turn right onto North Euclid Avenue
0.5 mi
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59 sec
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North Euclid Avenue
4
Turn left onto US 66 Hist
1.7 mi
·
2 min
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West Foothill Boulevard
Use the left lane.
5
Turn right onto Benson Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Benson Avenue
6
Turn left onto Baseline Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Baseline Road
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on Base Line Road
477 ft
·
10 sec
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Base Line Road
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
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39 sec
Toward CA 210 West: Pasadena
Use the right lane.
9
Merge onto CA 210
0.9 mi
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1 min
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Foothill Freeway
10
Keep slight right at fork onto CA 210
2.4 mi
·
2 min
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Foothill Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto CA 210
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Foothill Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto CA 210
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Foothill Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto CA 210
20 mi
·
23 min
·
Foothill Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 210
26 mi
·
29 min
·
Foothill Freeway
Exit 26A
Toward I 210 West: Sacramento
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
Use the slight right lane.
16
Merge onto I 5 Truck
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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I 5 Truck
Exit 161A
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 5 Truck
36 mi
·
41 min
·
I 5 Truck
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork onto I 5
22 mi
·
25 min
·
Golden State Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
226 mi
·
4 hr 1 min
·
Westside Freeway
Toward I 5 North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
25 mi
·
26 min
·
Westside Freeway
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
Exit 471
Toward CA 4 West
22
Keep slight right at fork
407 ft
·
5 sec
23
Turn straight onto West Charter Way
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Charter Way
Use the straight / left lanes.
24
Turn left onto South El Dorado Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South El Dorado Street
25
Continue on North El Dorado Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
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North El Dorado Street
26
Turn right onto East Fremont Street
117 ft
·
5 sec
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East Fremont Street
27
Arrive at destination
East Fremont Street
Trip Plan
Given the 6-hour 49-minute duration, it's advisable to get an early start from Upland, CA, to maximize daylight and minimize potential traffic delays. Plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refuel, especially considering the longest stretch without a break is over 250 miles. With a fuel cost estimated at $85, be sure to factor this into your budget. A practical tip for this route is to monitor traffic conditions specifically around the Los Angeles basin before you depart, as this can significantly impact your departure time and overall journey.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 184.5 miles from Upland, CA, or about 3h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 250.5 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 81 miles or 1h 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 184.5 miles or 3h 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Stockton, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Upland, 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 Upland, CA
This is one driving day of about 369 miles and 6h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 81 miles from Upland, CA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Westside Freeway for about 250.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 184.5 mi from Upland, CA · 3h 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
185 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 81 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 184.5 miles from Upland, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Westside Freeway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 250.5 miles.
Arriving in Stockton, CA
The final approach into Stockton, 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 Stockton, CA.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$84.81 one way
$169.62 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
129 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $87.40 | $174.80 |
| premium | $6.18 | $89.74 | $179.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $81.47 | $162.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$85
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$110–$135
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 129.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $39 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 110.7 | 1 | $38.75 | $17.71 |
| Efficient EV | 92.3 | 1 | $32.29 | $14.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 147.6 | 1 | $51.66 | $23.62 |
Gas CO2
129 kg
EV CO2
43 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Stockton, CA
Evening in Stockton on Tuesday
Local time
7:00 PM
PDT
Current temp
51°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
23 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
6h 49m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Upland, CA to Stockton, CA covers 369 miles and takes about 6h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Westside Freeway, Foothill Freeway, I 5 Truck. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 184.5 miles from Upland, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $84.81 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 369 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.5 miles (Baseline Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 5.5 miles (CA 210 / Foothill Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Upland, CA to Stockton, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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