Origin
Weed, CA
Afternoon in Weed on Thursday
Local time
1:39 PM
PDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Weed, CA to Dorris, CA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
58m
Distance
50.9 mi
82 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Weed, CA
Cannafornia
Dorris, CA
Ernesto Rosas
Trip Overview
The drive from Weed, CA to Dorris, CA covers 50.9 miles and takes about 58m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Weed Boulevard, South Main Street, South Butte Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 50.1 miles on North Weed Boulevard. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.70 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 58m. Total distance: 50.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m 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 with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a 58m drive with frequent turns across 50.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Weed Boulevard is the longest continuous segment at about 50.1 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near I 5 BUS; US 97; US 99 Hist / North Weed Boulevard.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Weed, CA to Dorris, CA is easy. At 58m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (I 5 BUS; US 97; US 99 Hist / North Weed Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 50.5 miles (US 97 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 50.9 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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I 5 BUS; US 97; US 99 Hist / North Weed Boulevard
Turn right onto I 5 BUS; US 97; US 99 Hist / North Weed Boulevard
Navigation decision point
3
50.5 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
US 97 / South Main Street
Turn left onto US 97 / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
50.9 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Weed Boulevard | 50.1 mi | 56m |
| South Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Butte Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West 4th Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Eureka Way | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
North Weed Boulevard
— 50.1 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Weed, CA and Dorris, CA.
1
Start on Eureka Way
154 ft
·
8 sec
·
Eureka Way
2
Turn right onto I 5 BUS; US 97; US 99 Hist
50 mi
·
56 min
·
North Weed Boulevard
3
Continue on US 97
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
·
South Butte Street
4
Continue on US 97
167 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Butte Street
5
Continue on US 97
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
West 4th Street
6
Turn left onto US 97
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
South Main Street
7
Turn right
72 ft
·
5 sec
8
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.4 mi from Weed, CA · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.4 miles from Weed, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Dorris, CA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Dorris, 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
$11.70 one way
$23.40 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $12.06 | $24.11 |
| premium | $6.18 | $12.38 | $24.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.24 | $22.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.34 | $2.44 |
| Efficient EV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.45 | $2.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.13 | $3.26 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Dorris, CA
Afternoon in Dorris on Thursday
Local time
1:39 PM
PDT
Current temp
53°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
17 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
58m 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 Weed, CA to Dorris, CA covers 50.9 miles and takes about 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Weed Boulevard, South Main Street, South Butte Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.4 miles from Weed, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.70 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 Weed, CA to Dorris, CA is easy. At 58m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (I 5 BUS; US 97; US 99 Hist / North Weed Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 50.5 miles (US 97 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 50.9 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from Weed, CA to Dorris, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Lava Beds National Monument and Tule Lake National Monument.
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