Downey, CA Road Trips
Downey, CA serves as a quiet starting point in the Pacific Coast, connecting drivers to 8 outbound routes across the area. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 13-mile quick runs to 397-mile cross-state drives. Routes from Downey, CA spread mainly north and east, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
8
Longest Drive
396.5 mi
Sacramento, CA
Quickest Drive
19m
Los Angeles, CA
Plan Around Downey, CA
Continue From Downey, CA
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Downey, CA
Downey, CA to Sacramento, CA
Downey, CA to Fremont, CA
Downey, CA to San Jose, CA
Downey, CA to Stockton, CA
Downey, CA to San Bernardino, CA
Downey, CA to Long Beach, CA
Downey, CA to Anaheim, CA
Downey, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Driving from Downey, CA
The typical drive from Downey, CA covers about 196 miles and takes around 3h 43m. There is a healthy spread of short hops, medium drives, and longer road trips to pick from. The longest mapped route runs 397 miles (7h 18m), while the shortest is just 13 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Downey, CA include Sacramento, CA (396.5 mi, 7h 18m), Fremont, CA (367.7 mi, 6h 57m), San Jose, CA (352.6 mi, 6h 39m), Stockton, CA (349.6 mi, 6h 27m), and San Bernardino, CA (59.1 mi, 1h 12m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
For the average 196-mile drive from Downey, CA, expect to burn about 7.7 gallons of fuel one way at 25 MPG. Check local pump prices before you go to lock in your budget.
Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring. Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 8 mapped routes leaving Downey, CA and 0 routes heading into Downey, CA, covering 8 total connections. Distances range from 13 to 397 miles.
The longest mapped route from Downey, CA covers 397 miles and takes approximately 7h 18m. Shorter options start at just 13 miles.
The average route from Downey, CA runs about 196 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 43m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
The most popular road trip destinations from Downey, CA include Sacramento, CA, Fremont, CA, San Jose, CA and Stockton, CA. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Downey, CA by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
111,793
Median Income
$87,400
Median Home Value
$728,500
Median Age
37.0
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Downey, CA at a Glance
Founded
1873
Elevation
118 ft
Area
13 mi²
Sister Cities
Notable People from Downey, CA
A sampling of people born in Downey, CA.
"Weird Al" Yankovic
1959
American comedy musician and actor (born 1959)
James Hetfield
1963
American guitarist and singer
Aimee Teegarden
1989
American actress
Alanna Ubach
1975
American actress (born 1975)
Wayne Rainey
1960
American motorcycle racer
Dan Henderson
1970
American mixed martial artist and former Olympic wrestler
Evan Longoria
1985
American baseball player (born 1985)
Bobby Edner
1988
American actor, singer and songwriter
Dave Alvin
1955
American musician
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Downey, CA.
Columbia Memorial Space Center
science Museum in Downey, California
City data from Wikidata (Q488946), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
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