Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
53m
Distance
39.1 mi
63 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Laguna, CA
Tori Pezzulla❤️
Shingle Springs, CA
Ryan Stephens
Laguna, CA to Shingle Springs, CA is 39.1 miles and takes about 53 minutes via El Dorado Freeway, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This relatively short drive takes you from the Pacific Coast region to another part of the same region, primarily on highway routes. Given its brief duration, it's an ideal choice for a quick trip or as a segment within a larger journey. You'll encounter a highway-focused profile for most of the way, making for a straightforward transit. This route is best suited for those looking for efficient travel between these two California locations.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| El Dorado Freeway | 27.1 mi | 30m |
| Power Inn Road | 6.5 mi | 11m |
| Bruceville Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Mother Lode Drive | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Calvine Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Seasons Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Cosumnes River Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| November Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Laguna, CA and Shingle Springs, CA.
Start on Fall Breeze Court
Turn right onto Mapleview Way
Turn right onto November Drive
Turn left onto Seasons Drive
Turn left onto Bruceville Road
Turn right
Turn right onto Cosumnes River Boulevard
Continue on Calvine Road
Turn left onto Power Inn Road
Continue on CA 16
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 50
Take the exit
Continue on Mother Lode Drive
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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.
A short stop after about 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 19.5 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 11 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto Mapleview Way
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto November Drive
Navigation decision point
Turn right
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto Cosumnes River Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto US 50 / El Dorado Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$8.99 one way
$17.97 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $9.26 | $18.52 |
| premium | $6.18 | $9.51 | $19.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.63 | $17.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.11 | $1.88 |
| Efficient EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.42 | $1.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.47 | $2.50 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Laguna on Tuesday
Local time
3:26 AM
PDT
Current temp
45°F
Clear
Destination
Late night in Shingle Springs on Tuesday
Local time
3:26 AM
PDT
Current temp
40°F
Clear
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 69% of the journey on faster roads. You'll experience a significant stretch of 27.1 miles on the El Dorado Freeway, offering uninterrupted travel. The route begins on Power Inn Road and Bruceville Road before merging onto the El Dorado Freeway, indicating a transition from local roads to a more significant artery. Expect a consistent driving experience for the majority of this trip, characterized by highway speeds and efficient transit. The profile suggests a straightforward drive without many complex road changes.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on El Dorado Freeway and Power Inn Road. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Mapleview Way.
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 39.1 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.1 miles (November Drive): Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 39.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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