Laguna to Sheridan is 51.6 miles and takes about 1 hour 3 minutes via CA 65, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within California's Pacific Coast region, offering a straightforward journey. Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of the trip. With only one day recommended, this route is ideal for a quick transit or a short day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
CA 65
18.1 mi
21m
South Sacramento Freeway
10.5 mi
12m
Capital City Freeway
8.9 mi
9m
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
7 mi
8m
Alan S. Hart Freeway
3.6 mi
4m
Laguna Boulevard
1.2 mi
2m
Seasons Drive
0.3 mi
<1m
Bruceville Road
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
CA 65
— 18.1 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laguna, CA and Sheridan, CA.
1
Start on Fall Breeze Court
183 ft·10 sec·Fall Breeze Court
2
Turn right onto Mapleview Way
155 ft·10 sec·Mapleview Way
3
Turn right onto November Drive
0.1 mi·25 sec·November Drive
4
Turn left onto Seasons Drive
0.3 mi·48 sec·Seasons Drive
5
Turn left onto Bruceville Road
0.3 mi·42 sec·Bruceville Road
6
Turn right onto Laguna Boulevard
1.2 mi·2 min·Laguna Boulevard
Use the right lane.
7
Continue on Bond Road
0.2 mi·15 sec·Bond Road
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·27 sec
Toward CA 99 North: Sacramento
9
Merge onto CA 99
11 mi·12 min·South Sacramento Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on Capital City Freeway
8.9 mi·9 min·Capital City Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 80
7.0 mi·8 min·Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 80
3.6 mi·4 min·Alan S. Hart Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 106Toward CA 65: Lincoln, MarysvilleUse the straight / right lanes.
14
Continue on Charles J. La Porte Memorial Bridge
0.2 mi·29 sec·Charles J. La Porte Memorial Bridge
Exit 106Toward CA 65: Lincoln, Marysville
15
Continue on CA 65
18 mi·21 min·CA 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn right onto Riosa Road
0.3 mi·26 sec·Riosa Road
17
At end of road, turn right onto Sheridan Lincoln Boulevard
0.2 mi·15 sec·Sheridan Lincoln Boulevard
18
Turn left onto Riosa Road
93 ft·4 sec·Riosa Road
19
Arrive at destination
Riosa Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 25.8 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 51.4 — 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|Mapleview Way
Turn right onto Mapleview Way
Navigation decision point
6
0.8 mi into trip|~2m in|Laguna Boulevard
Turn right onto Laguna Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
2.3 mi into trip|~5m in|CA 99 / South Sacramento Freeway
Merge onto CA 99 / South Sacramento Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
32.4 mi into trip|~39m in
Take the exit toward CA 65: Lincoln, Marysville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 106
Toward CA 65: Lincoln, Marysville
5
51.4 mi into trip|~1h 2m in|Sheridan Lincoln Boulevard
At end of road, turn right onto Sheridan Lincoln Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.86 one way
$23.72 round trip
$5.84/gal25.4 MPG avg18 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$6.02
$12.22
$24.44
premium
$6.18
$12.55
$25.10
diesel
$5.61
$11.39
$22.79
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
15.5
0
$5.42
$2.48
Efficient EV
12.9
0
$4.52
$2.06
EV Truck/SUV
20.6
0
$7.22
$3.30
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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 Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Laguna, CA
Late night
in Laguna on Sunday
Local time
12:55 AM
PDT
Current temp
45°F
Clear
NNW 15 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 17 at 12:31AM PDT until April 17 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 17 at 12:31AM PDT until April 17 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
Destination
Sheridan, CA
Late night
in Sheridan on Sunday
Local time
12:55 AM
PDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1h 3m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is largely a highway-focused drive, with 80% of it utilizing major roads like CA 65, the South Sacramento Freeway, and the Capital City Freeway. You'll encounter an 18.1-mile stretch entirely on CA 65, which is the longest uninterrupted section. The character of the road is primarily that of a faster-paced, efficient transit, designed for covering ground rather than leisurely sightseeing. Prepare for a consistent driving experience without significant shifts in road type.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.1 mi on CA 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CA 65 and South Sacramento Freeway. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Mapleview Way.
Driving Effort5/10
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 51.6 miles you will encounter 11 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 (Mapleview Way): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (Laguna Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles (CA 99 / South Sacramento Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Laguna, CA to Sheridan, CA, road signs begin pointing toward Marysville along the way.
Marysville
32.4 mi in|~39m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 3m. Total distance: 51.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.1 miles on CA 65. 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 (Mapleview Way): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (Laguna Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles (CA 99 / South Sacramento Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Sheridan, CA before heading back.
