This 101.9-mile drive from Coronado, CA to Anaheim, CA is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 39 minutes. The route primarily utilizes local roads, with no highway driving, and is estimated to cost around $24 in fuel. Given its relatively short distance and turn-heavy nature, it's a straightforward journey perfect for a day excursion between two locations within the Pacific Coast region. You won't need to worry about overnight stays for this trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
51.1 miles from Coronado, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 3m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
San Diego Freeway
76.6 mi
1h 29m
Santa Ana Freeway
8.8 mi
10m
I 5 Truck
7.6 mi
8m
El Camino Real
2.2 mi
4m
San Diego–Coronado Bridge
1.5 mi
2m
John J. Montgomery Freeway
1 mi
1m
West Lincoln Avenue
1 mi
2m
4th Street
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
San Diego Freeway
— 76.6 mi, about 1h 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coronado, CA and Anaheim, CA.
1
Start on Encino Lane
118 ft·15 sec·Encino Lane
2
Turn left onto E Avenue
389 ft·21 sec·E Avenue
3
Turn right onto 10th Street
0.1 mi·22 sec·10th Street
4
Turn left onto CA 75
0.7 mi·1 min·Orange Avenue
5
Turn right onto CA 75
0.7 mi·1 min·4th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on CA 75
1.5 mi·2 min·San Diego–Coronado Bridge
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 5 North: Downtown
8
Merge onto I 5
1.0 mi·1 min·John J. Montgomery Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 5
15 mi·17 min·San Diego Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 5
36 mi·43 min·San Diego Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
18 mi·20 min·San Diego Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 5
7.4 mi·8 min·San Diego Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5 Truck
1.6 mi·1 min·I 5 Truck
Toward Bake ParkwayUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5 Truck
6.0 mi·6 min·I 5 Truck
Use the slight right lane.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi·16 sec
Exit 100Toward Jamboree RoadUse the slight right lane.
16
Continue on this road
527 ft·11 sec·this road
17
Turn right onto Jamboree Road
0.1 mi·18 sec·Jamboree Road
Use the left / right lanes.
18
Turn left onto El Camino Real
2.2 mi·4 min·El Camino Real
Use the left lane.
19
Turn left onto Newport Avenue
357 ft·13 sec·Newport Avenue
Use the left lane.
20
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·16 sec
Toward I 5 North: Los Angeles
21
Merge onto I 5
1.3 mi·1 min·Santa Ana Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
1.7 mi·1 min·Santa Ana Freeway
23
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
5.8 mi·6 min·Santa Ana Freeway
Use the slight right lane.
24
Take the exit
0.3 mi·22 sec
Exit 111Toward Lincoln AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Turn right onto West Lincoln Avenue
1.0 mi·2 min·West Lincoln Avenue
Use the right lane.
26
Turn right onto South Anaheim Boulevard
370 ft·14 sec·South Anaheim Boulevard
27
Turn right
200 ft·14 sec
28
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
With a duration of just under two hours and no highway segments, this route offers significant flexibility. Aim to depart Coronado, CA, during off-peak hours to minimize potential delays on the local roads. Since there are no designated long stretches, you can easily pull over for breaks as needed. Keep an eye on your navigation, especially as you approach Anaheim, CA, as the turn-heavy profile means you'll want to be sure you're on the correct local streets. Factor in the estimated $24 fuel cost for your planning.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 51.1 miles from Coronado, CA, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 76.6 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 22 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.1 miles or 1h 3m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Anaheim, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Coronado, CA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Coronado, CA
This is one driving day of about 102.1 miles and 2h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Coronado, CA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on San Diego Freeway for about 76.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 22
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 100.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.9 mi into trip|~2m in|CA 75 / 4th Street
Turn right onto CA 75 / 4th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
81.4 mi into trip|~1h 38m in|I 5 Truck
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5 Truck toward Bake Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Bake Parkway
7
89 mi into trip|~1h 47m in
Take the exit toward Jamboree Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 100
Toward Jamboree Road
7
89.3 mi into trip|~1h 47m in|Jamboree Road
Turn right onto Jamboree Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
7
100.8 mi into trip|~2h 3m in
Take the exit toward Lincoln Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 111
Toward Lincoln Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.47 one way
$46.93 round trip
$5.84/gal25.4 MPG avg36 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$6.02
$24.18
$48.36
premium
$6.18
$24.83
$49.66
diesel
$5.61
$22.54
$45.08
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
30.6
0
$10.72
$4.90
Efficient EV
25.5
0
$8.93
$4.08
EV Truck/SUV
40.8
0
$14.29
$6.53
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (67% 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 Jun 22, 2022
Origin
Coronado, CA
Late night
in Coronado on Tuesday
Local time
5:21 AM
PDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Anaheim, CA
Late night
in Anaheim on Tuesday
Local time
5:21 AM
PDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
19 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 6m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Cabrillo National Monument
National Monument
In 1542, Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo climbed out of his boat and onto shore, becoming the first European to set foot on what is now the West Coast of the United States. Cabrillo National Monument not only...
4 mi from route
~9 min detour
$20
Park Closure: Park Auditorium Closed Until Further Notice
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the entirety of this 101.9-mile journey, as indicated by the 0% highway share. The route unfolds through surface streets, meaning you'll be navigating intersections and varying speed limits for the full 1 hour and 39 minutes. There isn't a 'longest stretch' of uninterrupted driving, so be prepared for frequent adjustments and a less predictable pace. This drive is about engaging with the local infrastructure rather than cruising on open highways.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 76.6 mi on San Diego Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on San Diego Freeway and Santa Ana Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near CA 75 / 4th Street.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 102.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (CA 75 / 4th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 81.4 miles (I 5 Truck): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 89 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Coronado is a picturesque resort town in San Diego County in Southern California. It is on a peninsula just across the San Diego Bay from Downtown San Diego and offers quiet beaches, lovely bay scenery, and sights such as the historic Hotel del Coronado.
Top landmarks
•Naval Air Station North Island — United States Navy aviation base in San Diego, California, USA
•Hotel del Coronado — hotel in Coronado, California
Anaheim is a city in Orange County, California. It is best known for being the home of Disneyland. Its second claim to fame is hosting the National Hockey League's Anaheim Ducks and Major League Baseball's Los Angeles Angels.
Top landmarks
•Disneyland — American theme park in California owned by The Walt Disney Company
•Disney California Adventure — theme park in California, part of Disneyland Resort
•Soarin' — flight motion simulator attraction at Disney parks
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 6m. Total distance: 102.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 76.6 miles on San Diego Freeway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Anaheim, CA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (CA 75 / 4th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 81.4 miles (I 5 Truck): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 89 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Cabrillo National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Anaheim, CA before heading back.
