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Trip from Alamo, CA to Fremont, CA

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

39m

Distance

29.8 mi

48 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$7

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 10 min
4 AM
0h 36m ★
6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 46m
10 AM
0h 42m
12 PM
0h 41m
3 PM
0h 42m
5 PM
0h 46m
8 PM
0h 37m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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census designated place in Contra Costa County, California, United States

Alamo, CA

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Alamo to Fremont covers a 29.8-mile stretch across the Pacific Coast region of California. You can expect to spend about 39 minutes on the road, making this a straightforward journey that easily fits into a single day of travel. With a fuel budget of approximately $7, it is an economical trip that requires no overnight stops. The route relies on a series of local roads, including Donald D Doyle Highway, Washington Boulevard, and Fremont Boulevard, rather than interstate travel. Whether you are heading south for business or a change of scenery, this path provides a direct connection between these two communities.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Donald D Doyle Highway 26 mi 29m
Fremont Boulevard 1.9 mi 4m
Washington Boulevard 0.9 mi 2m
Mowry Avenue 0.2 mi <1m
Stone Valley Road 0.1 mi <1m
Danville Boulevard <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Donald D Doyle Highway — 26 mi, about 29m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Alamo, CA and Fremont, CA.

1

Start on this road

74 ft · 7 sec · this road
2

Turn right onto Danville Boulevard

72 ft · 3 sec · Danville Boulevard
3

Turn right onto Stone Valley Road

0.1 mi · 20 sec · Stone Valley Road
4

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 32 sec
Toward I 680 South: San Jose
5

Merge onto I 680

26 mi · 29 min · Donald D Doyle Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 45 sec
Exit 15 Toward Washington Boulevard Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Turn right onto Washington Boulevard

0.9 mi · 2 min · Washington Boulevard
Use the right lane.
8

Continue on Fremont Boulevard

1.9 mi · 4 min · Fremont Boulevard
9

Turn left onto Mowry Avenue

0.1 mi · 29 sec · Mowry Avenue
Use the left lane.
10

Continue on Mowry Avenue

0.1 mi · 22 sec · Mowry Avenue
Use the left lane.
11

Arrive at destination

Mowry Avenue

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 8

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 26.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Danville Boulevard

Turn right onto Danville Boulevard

Navigation decision point

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Stone Valley Road

Turn right onto Stone Valley Road

Navigation decision point

6
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in

Take the ramp toward I 680 South: San Jose

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

Toward I 680 South: San Jose
7
26.4 mi into trip | ~31m in

Take the exit toward Washington Boulevard

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 15 Toward Washington Boulevard
6
26.7 mi into trip | ~31m in | Washington Boulevard

Turn right onto Washington Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$6.85 one way

$13.70 round trip

$5.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 10 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $6.02 $7.06 $14.12
premium $6.18 $7.25 $14.49
diesel $5.61 $6.58 $13.16

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$7

Estimated CO2 emission: 10.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 8.9 0 $3.13 $1.43
Efficient EV 7.5 0 $2.61 $1.19
EV Truck/SUV 11.9 0 $4.17 $1.91

Gas CO2

10 kg

EV CO2

3 kg (70% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 13, 2026

Origin

Alamo, CA

Late night in Alamo on Tuesday

Local time

3:17 AM

PDT

Current temp

59°F

Chance Rain Showers

WSW 10 mph 37% chance Live forecast

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 12 at 2:16PM PDT until April 12 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA

Winter Storm Warning

Winter Storm Warning issued April 12 at 1:43PM PDT until April 12 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA

Destination

Fremont, CA

Late night in Fremont on Tuesday

Local time

3:17 AM

PDT

Current temp

60°F

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

WSW 14 mph 74% chance Live forecast

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 12 at 2:16PM PDT until April 12 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA

Winter Storm Warning

Winter Storm Warning issued April 12 at 1:43PM PDT until April 12 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA

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

1 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

39m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

This trip is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive, so stay alert as you navigate the transition between city streets and regional highways. You will spend the bulk of your time on the Donald D Doyle Highway, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 26 miles. Because 0% of this route is classified as highway-share, you will not be dealing with the monotony of long-distance interstate cruising. Instead, you should prepare for a more hands-on driving experience that requires frequent adjustments. The lack of high-speed transit means the road's personality remains consistent, focusing on local connectivity rather than rapid transit.

Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26 mi on Donald D Doyle Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Danville Boulevard.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 29.8 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Danville Boulevard): Navigation decision point; near the start (Stone Valley Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

483 ft 55 ft

Total Climb

267 ft

Total Descent

482 ft

Highest Point

483 ft

~6.4 mi in

Elevation Range

428 ft

About the Cities

Arriving in Fremont, CA

Full guide →

Founded 1956

Fremont is a suburban city in the southern part of the East Bay of the San Francisco Bay Area; it is the 4th largest city in the Bay Area by population. Fremont is in the southern part of Alameda County, California, between Union City to the north, Sunol and the hills to the east, Milpitas and Santa Clara County to the south, and the San Francisco Bay to the west. The city of Newark, near the edge of the Bay, is surrounded by the city of Fremont. Fremont industry is not particularly large relative to other parts of the Bay Area, but neither is it a bedroom community. Many people in Fremont work locally in the electronics and high-tech industry, while many others commute to Silicon Valley or San Francisco locations for work.

Top landmarks

  • • Mission San José — 18th-century Spanish mission in Fremont, California
  • • Ardenwood Historic Farm — human settlement in California, United States of America
  • • Niles Depot Museum — railway museum in Niles, California

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 39m. Total distance: 29.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

39m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (0%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 26 miles on Donald D Doyle Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Danville Boulevard): Navigation decision point; near the start (Stone Valley Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Fremont, CA before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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