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Susanville, CA Road Trips

With 7 routes heading out and 13 heading in, Susanville, CA works well as a modest departure point in the Pacific Coast. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 287 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Susanville, CA head south, giving the route network a clear directional lean.

city in and county seat of Lassen County, California, United States

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Trip Routes

19

Longest Drive

646.3 mi

Chula Vista, CA

Quickest Drive

4h 2m

Sacramento, CA

Plan Around Susanville, CA

Trips from Susanville, CA

Driving from Susanville, CA

Expect an average of 287 miles and about 6h 2m behind the wheel when leaving Susanville, CA. 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 465 miles (9h 12m), while the shortest is just 188 miles.

Popular Destinations

Drivers leaving Susanville, CA most often head toward Bakersfield, CA (464.9 mi, 9h 12m), Fresno, CA (357.9 mi, 7h 19m), Fremont, CA (279.3 mi, 6h 2m), San Francisco, CA (262 mi, 5h 42m), and Oakland, CA (255.6 mi, 5h 33m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

For the average 287-mile drive from Susanville, CA, expect to burn about 11.3 gallons of fuel one way at 25 MPG. Check local pump prices before you go to lock in your budget.

The majority of destinations are to the south. Morning starts help you avoid the midday heat on longer drives. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 7 mapped routes leaving Susanville, CA and 13 routes heading into Susanville, CA, covering 20 total connections. Distances range from 188 to 465 miles.

The longest mapped route from Susanville, CA covers 465 miles and takes approximately 9h 12m. Shorter options start at just 188 miles.

The average route from Susanville, CA runs about 287 miles with a drive time of roughly 6h 2m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

The most popular road trip destinations from Susanville, CA include Bakersfield, CA, Fresno, CA, Fremont, CA and San Francisco, CA. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

Susanville, CA by the Numbers

Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.

Population

14,992

Median Income

$57,607

Median Home Value

$234,000

Median Age

35.5

Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.

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