Origin
Laguna, CA
Late night in Laguna on Tuesday
Local time
2:19 AM
PDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Laguna, CA to North Fair Oaks, CA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 25m
Distance
116.1 mi
187 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 15m
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6 AM
2h 25m
8 AM
2h 45m
10 AM
2h 32m
12 PM
2h 30m
3 PM
2h 33m
5 PM
2h 44m
8 PM
2h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Laguna, CA
Tori Pezzulla❤️
North Fair Oaks, CA
Stephen Leonardi
Trip Overview
Laguna, CA to North Fair Oaks, CA is 116.1 miles and takes about 2 hours 25 minutes via Westside Freeway, Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway, and Robert T. Monagan Freeway, with a fuel budget near $27 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within California's Pacific Coast region, offering a straightforward journey north. It's primarily a highway-focused trip, meaning you'll be covering ground efficiently. Given its manageable distance and duration, it's well-suited for a single-day excursion without feeling rushed.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
58 miles from Laguna, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Westside Freeway | 45.4 mi | 49m |
| Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway | 28.4 mi | 32m |
| Robert T. Monagan Freeway | 13.9 mi | 15m |
| CA 84 | 9.8 mi | 13m |
| Nimitz Freeway | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| I 880 | 2.4 mi | 2m |
| Franklin Boulevard | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Jackson Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Westside Freeway
— 45.4 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laguna, CA and North Fair Oaks, CA.
1
Start on Fall Breeze Court
183 ft
·
10 sec
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Fall Breeze Court
2
Turn right onto Mapleview Way
155 ft
·
10 sec
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Mapleview Way
3
Turn right onto November Drive
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
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November Drive
4
Turn right onto Seasons Drive
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
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Seasons Drive
5
Turn left onto Laguna Park Drive
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
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Laguna Park Drive
6
Turn left onto Foulks Ranch Drive
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Foulks Ranch Drive
7
Turn right onto E12
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Elk Grove Boulevard
8
Turn left onto J8
1.1 mi
·
1 min
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Franklin Boulevard
Use the left / uturn lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto J8
1.2 mi
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2 min
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Franklin Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn right onto Hood Franklin Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
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Hood Franklin Road
11
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
12
Merge onto I 5
45 mi
·
49 min
·
Westside Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 205
14 mi
·
15 min
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Robert T. Monagan Freeway
14
Continue on I 580
18 mi
·
20 min
·
Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 580
10 mi
·
11 min
·
Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 36
Toward Redwood Road
Use the slight right lane.
17
Turn left onto Redwood Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Redwood Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
18
Continue on A Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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A Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Turn left onto Mission Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
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Mission Boulevard
Use the left lane.
20
Turn slight right onto CA 92
1.7 mi
·
3 min
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Jackson Street
Use the right lane.
21
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 26A
Toward I 880 South: San Jose
Use the slight right lane.
22
Merge onto I 880
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Nimitz Freeway
23
Keep slight left at fork onto I 880
2.4 mi
·
2 min
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I 880
Use the slight left lane.
24
Keep slight right at fork onto I 880
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Nimitz Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 21
Toward CA 84 West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward CA 84 West: Dumbarton Bridge
Use the right lane.
27
Continue on CA 84
0.8 mi
·
56 sec
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CA 84
28
Keep slight right at fork onto CA 84
9.0 mi
·
12 min
·
CA 84
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Turn left onto CA 84
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Marsh Road
Use the left lane.
30
Turn right onto Fair Oaks Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Fair Oaks Avenue
31
Turn left onto San Benito Avenue
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
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San Benito Avenue
32
Turn right onto Oak Drive
0.1 mi
·
38 sec
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Oak Drive
33
Turn right onto Encina Avenue
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
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Encina Avenue
34
Turn right
76 ft
·
5 sec
35
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 1-day trip, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience, though an early start can help you avoid potential traffic. With a duration of just over 2 hours, you likely won't need extensive stops, but consider a brief break around the halfway point. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the $27 estimated cost suggests most of your driving will be on toll-free highways where services might be spaced out. A good tip for this route is to be aware of the freeway transitions; while the main roads are well-marked, staying alert through these changes will ensure a smooth continuation of your journey.
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 58 miles from Laguna, CA, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 45.4 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 26 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58 miles or 1h 9m 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 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Fair Oaks, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Laguna, 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 Laguna, CA
This is one driving day of about 116.1 miles and 2h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Laguna, CA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Westside Freeway for about 45.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
58 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 58 miles from Laguna, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 295 decision points cluster between mile 3.4 and 104 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
3.4 mi into trip
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~7m in
|
J8 / Franklin Boulevard
Keep slight right at fork onto J8 / Franklin Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
93.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 50m in
Take the exit toward Redwood Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 36
Toward Redwood Road
7
97.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
Take the exit toward I 880 South: San Jose
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 26A
Toward I 880 South: San Jose
7
103.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 5m in
Take the exit toward CA 84 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 21
Toward CA 84 West
8
104 mi into trip
|
~2h 5m in
Keep slight right at fork toward CA 84 West: Dumbarton Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward CA 84 West: Dumbarton Bridge
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.68 one way
$53.37 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
41 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $27.50 | $55.00 |
| premium | $6.18 | $28.23 | $56.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.63 | $51.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.8 | 0 | $12.19 | $5.57 |
| Efficient EV | 29 | 0 | $10.16 | $4.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46.4 | 0 | $16.25 | $7.43 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (66% 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.
Destination
North Fair Oaks, CA
Late night in North Fair Oaks on Tuesday
Local time
2:19 AM
PDT
Current temp
63°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
6 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 25m 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.
San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Established in 1988, San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park celebrates America’s maritime heritage on the Pacific Coast. Our 50-acre park has grown around Aquatic Park Cove, a protected area...
21 mi from route
~53 min detour
Free
near mile 96
Park Closure: Hyde Street Pier Closure
Caution: Sick Birds and Wildlife, H5N1
Rosie the Riveter WWII Home Front National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Celebrate and honor the contributions and sacrifices of American civilians on the WWII home front. Discover how diverse communities lived, worked, and interacted. Many faces, many stories, many truths...
23 mi from route
~57 min detour
Free
near mile 92
View on nps.gov
Port Chicago Naval Magazine National Memorial
National Memorial
On July 17, 1944, a massive explosion jolted the San Francisco East Bay area, shattering windows and lighting up the night sky. At Port Chicago Naval Magazine, 320 men were killed instantly when two s...
25 mi from route
~62 min detour
Free
near mile 92
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect an 89% highway-focused drive on this route, making it a predominantly high-speed affair. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 45.4 miles, primarily on the Westside Freeway. This means you'll spend most of your time on major freeways, allowing for consistent progress. The character of the road remains largely consistent, emphasizing forward momentum rather than varied scenic shifts.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 45.4 mi on Westside Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Westside Freeway and Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.4 miles in near J8 / Franklin Boulevard.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 29 significant decision points across 116.1 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 3.4 miles (J8 / Franklin Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 93.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 97.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 25m. Total distance: 116.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 45.4 miles on Westside 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 North Fair Oaks, 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 3.4 miles (J8 / Franklin Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 93.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 97.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park, Rosie the Riveter WWII Home Front National Historical Park and Port Chicago Naval Magazine National Memorial. 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 North Fair Oaks, 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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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