Rancho Cordova, CA Road Trips
Drivers starting from Rancho Cordova, CA have 5 mapped routes to choose from, making it a small but connected base in the Pacific Coast. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 386 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Rancho Cordova, CA head south, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
10
Longest Drive
512.6 mi
Chula Vista, CA
Quickest Drive
5h 16m
Bakersfield, CA
Plan Around Rancho Cordova, CA
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Rancho Cordova, CA is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Rancho Cordova, CA
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Rancho Cordova, CA
Driving from Rancho Cordova, CA
On average, trips departing from Rancho Cordova, CA run 386 miles with a drive time of roughly 7h 17m. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 437 miles (8h 19m), while the shortest is just 276 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Rancho Cordova, CA include Riverside, CA (437.2 mi, 8h 19m), Santa Ana, CA (418.1 mi, 7h 52m), Long Beach, CA (410 mi, 7h 43m), Los Angeles, CA (385.9 mi, 7h 15m), and Bakersfield, CA (276.4 mi, 5h 16m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
For the average 386-mile drive from Rancho Cordova, CA, expect to burn about 15.2 gallons of fuel one way at 25 MPG. Check local pump prices before you go to lock in your budget.
These are full-day drives. Start by 7 or 8 AM if you want to arrive at a reasonable hour without rushing. The majority of destinations are to the south. Morning starts help you avoid the midday heat on longer drives.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 5 mapped routes leaving Rancho Cordova, CA and 5 routes heading into Rancho Cordova, CA, covering 10 total connections. Distances range from 276 to 437 miles.
The longest mapped route from Rancho Cordova, CA covers 437 miles and takes approximately 8h 19m. Shorter options start at just 276 miles.
The average route from Rancho Cordova, CA runs about 386 miles with a drive time of roughly 7h 17m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
The most popular road trip destinations from Rancho Cordova, CA include Riverside, CA, Santa Ana, CA, Long Beach, CA and Los Angeles, CA. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Rancho Cordova, CA by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
80,656
Median Income
$89,120
Median Home Value
$451,400
Median Age
35.4
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Rancho Cordova, CA
Rancho Cordova is in Sacramento County in California.
American River Parkway. 1 Sacramento California Temple.
1 Modurang, 9545 Folsom Blvd, ☏ +1 916 363-8505. Delicious family owned Korean restaurant, provides excellent takeout and great banchan. (updated Oct 2021)
Hyatt Place Sacramento/Rancho Cordova, 10744 Gold Center Dr, ☏ +1 916 635-4799. Holiday Inn Sacramento Rancho Cordova, 11269 Point East Dr, ☏ +1 916 635-4040, toll-free: +1-800-641-1076, fax: +1 916 635-7198. Courtyard Sacramento Rancho Cordova, 10683 White Rock Rd, ☏ +1 916 638-3800, fax: +1 916 638-6776. Comfort Inn and Suites, 12249 Folsom Blvd, ☏ +1 916 351-1213. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Rancho Cordova Sacramento, 11131 Folsom Blvd, ☏ +1 916 638-1111. Motel 6 Sacramento - Rancho Cordova East, 10694 Olson Dr, ☏ +1 916 635-8784, fax: +1 916 852-1469. Residence Inn Sacramento Rancho Cordova, 2779 Prospect Park Dr, ☏ +1 916 851-1550, fax: +1 916 851-1550. Sacramento Marriott Rancho Cordova, 11211 Point East Dr, ☏ +1 916 638-1100, fax: +1 916 638-5803. Fairfield Inn & Suites/ Rancho Cordova, 10745 Gold Center Dr, ☏ +1 916 858-8680. Offering an Early Eats breakfast featuring Jimmy Dean Breakfast Sandwiches & Self Serve Waffles, 24 hr. Business Center, 24 hr. Pool/Spa/Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Wi-Fi and Meeting Space Available. In-Room features: Microwave, Refrigerator, Coffee Maker, In-Room Safe, Iron w/Ironing Board, Hair Dryer.
U.S. Highway 50 passes through Rancho Cordova allowing access from Sacramento to the west and Reno to the east.
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