Origin
Yreka, CA
Evening in Yreka on Thursday
Local time
7:38 PM
PDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Yreka, CA to Somerset, CA
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
58.1 mi
94 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
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 20m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Yreka, CA
Efrem Efre
Somerset, CA
Stephen Leonardi
Trip Overview
The drive from Yreka, CA to Somerset, CA covers 58.1 miles and takes about 1h 15m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 97, 99-97 Cutoff, Cascade Wonderland Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 29.8 miles on US 97. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.35 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 15m. Total distance: 58.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (51%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
The drive from Yreka, CA to Somerset, CA covers 58.1 miles and takes about 1h 15m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 97 is the longest continuous segment at about 29.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near East Center Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Yreka, CA to Somerset, CA is easy. At 1h 15m with 51% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (East Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 9.4 miles (766): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Center Street
Turn left onto East Center Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.4 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
9.4 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
766
Take the exit onto 766 toward Montague, Grenada
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Montague, Grenada
4
9.7 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
A12 / 99-97 Cutoff
At end of road, turn left onto A12 / 99-97 Cutoff
Navigation decision point
4
28.4 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
US 97
At end of road, turn left onto US 97
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Yreka, CA and Somerset, CA, road signs point toward Montague and Grenada.
Montague
9.4 mi in
|
~10m
|
via 766
Grenada
9.4 mi in
|
~10m
|
via 766
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 97 | 29.8 mi | 33m |
| 99-97 Cutoff | 18.6 mi | 30m |
| Cascade Wonderland Highway | 8.8 mi | 9m |
| North Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 766 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Center Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 97
— 29.8 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yreka, CA and Somerset, CA.
1
Start on I 5 BUS; CA 3; US 99 Hist
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
North Main Street
2
Turn left onto East Center Street
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
East Center Street
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
4
Merge onto I 5
8.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Cascade Wonderland Highway
5
Take the exit onto 766
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
766
Toward Montague, Grenada
6
At end of road, turn left onto A12
19 mi
·
30 min
·
99-97 Cutoff
7
At end of road, turn left onto US 97
30 mi
·
33 min
·
US 97
8
Arrive at destination
US 97
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.1 mi from Yreka, CA · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 29.1 miles from Yreka, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Somerset, CA
The final approach into Somerset, 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
$13.35 one way
$26.71 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $13.76 | $27.52 |
| premium | $6.18 | $14.13 | $28.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.83 | $25.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$13
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.10 | $2.79 |
| Efficient EV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.08 | $2.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.2 | 0 | $8.13 | $3.72 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Somerset, CA
Evening in Somerset on Thursday
Local time
7:38 PM
PDT
Current temp
60°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
18 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 15m 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 Yreka, CA to Somerset, CA covers 58.1 miles and takes about 1h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 97, 99-97 Cutoff, Cascade Wonderland Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.1 miles from Yreka, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.35 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 Yreka, CA to Somerset, CA is easy. At 1h 15m with 51% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (East Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 9.4 miles (766): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Yreka, CA and Somerset, CA, road signs point toward Montague and Grenada.
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