Origin
Weed, CA
Afternoon in Weed on Thursday
Local time
3:02 PM
PDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Weed, CA to Macdoel, CA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
46m
Distance
40.2 mi
65 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 42m
★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 54m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Weed, CA
Cannafornia
Macdoel, CA
Stephen Leonardi
Trip Overview
This 40.2-mile drive from Weed, CA to Macdoel, CA takes approximately 46 minutes and is best suited as a single-day trip. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $9. You'll be navigating primarily local roads, with North Weed Boulevard, Mount Pitt Road, and Alvarado Street forming the backbone of your route. Given its short duration and local road profile, this trip offers flexibility for departure times and allows for spontaneous stops. Both your origin and destination are within the Pacific Coast region, so you won't be crossing major geographical divides. It's a straightforward, quick connection between two Northern California towns.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 46m. Total distance: 40.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
46m 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 turn-heavy local drive on this route, with zero highway miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 40 miles on North Weed Boulevard, meaning you'll be engaged with steering for most of the journey. This isn't a high-speed interstate cruise; rather, it's a more intimate experience with the local landscape. The roads will likely follow the contours of the terrain, requiring your attention as you navigate turns and changes in the road surface. It's a drive that keeps you connected to the immediate surroundings.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 6 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 40 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 Macdoel, CA is easy. At 46m 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 40 miles (Juniper Knoll Road): Navigation decision point; at 40 miles (Mount Pitt Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 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
40 mi into trip
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~45m in
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Juniper Knoll Road
Turn right onto Juniper Knoll Road
Navigation decision point
4
40 mi into trip
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~45m in
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Mount Pitt Road
Turn right onto Mount Pitt Road
Navigation decision point
5
40.1 mi into trip
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~46m in
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Alvarado Street
Turn left onto Alvarado Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Weed Boulevard | 40 mi | 45m |
| Mount Pitt Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Alvarado Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Eureka Way | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Juniper Knoll Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
North Weed Boulevard
— 40 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Weed, CA and Macdoel, CA.
1
Start on Eureka Way
154 ft
·
8 sec
·
Eureka Way
2
Turn right onto I 5 BUS; US 97; US 99 Hist
40 mi
·
45 min
·
North Weed Boulevard
3
Turn right onto Juniper Knoll Road
115 ft
·
6 sec
·
Juniper Knoll Road
4
Turn right onto Mount Pitt Road
379 ft
·
22 sec
·
Mount Pitt Road
5
Turn left onto Alvarado Street
224 ft
·
9 sec
·
Alvarado Street
6
Arrive at destination
Alvarado Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.1 mi from Weed, CA · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.1 miles from Weed, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Macdoel, CA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Macdoel, 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
$9.24 one way
$18.48 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $9.52 | $19.04 |
| premium | $6.18 | $9.78 | $19.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.88 | $17.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.1 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 | 12.1 | 0 | $4.22 | $1.93 |
| Efficient EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.52 | $1.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.63 | $2.57 |
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
Macdoel, CA
Afternoon in Macdoel on Thursday
Local time
3:02 PM
PDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
60°F
Black Butte, CA
20 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
26 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
46m 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 Macdoel, CA covers 40.2 miles and takes about 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Weed Boulevard, Mount Pitt Road, Alvarado Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.1 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 $9.24 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 Macdoel, CA is easy. At 46m 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 40 miles (Juniper Knoll Road): Navigation decision point; at 40 miles (Mount Pitt Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Weed, CA to Macdoel, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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