Planning a trip from Roseville, CA, to San Francisco, CA? This 105.5-mile drive should take you about 2 hours and 9 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day adventure. You'll be spending about a third of your time on major highways, with the bulk of the journey on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. With an estimated fuel cost of $24, this route is quite budget-friendly for a quick hop across California's Pacific Coast region. The mixed driving profile means you'll experience a bit of everything, so it's a straightforward trip with no overnight stays required.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
52.7 miles from Roseville, 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
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
63.4 mi
1h 15m
Eastshore Freeway
15.2 mi
17m
North Sacramento Beltline Freeway
13.2 mi
15m
Yolo Causeway
3.9 mi
4m
Linus F. Claeys Freeway
3.4 mi
3m
Route 80
1.4 mi
2m
Alan S. Hart Freeway
1 mi
1m
Carquinez Bridge
1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
— 63.4 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roseville, CA and San Francisco, CA.
1
Start on this road
66 ft·10 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto Main Street
94 ft·5 sec·Main Street
3
Turn right onto Washington Boulevard
0.4 mi·46 sec·Washington Boulevard
4
Enter roundabout onto Oak Street
185 ft·3 sec·Oak Street
5
Continue on Oak Street
448 ft·19 sec·Oak Street
6
Turn right onto Lincoln Street
288 ft·8 sec·Lincoln Street
Use the right lane.
7
Continue on Sutter Avenue
0.1 mi·29 sec·Sutter Avenue
8
At end of road, turn right onto Folsom Road
0.4 mi·1 min·Folsom Road
9
Turn left onto Douglas Boulevard
0.2 mi·31 sec·Douglas Boulevard
10
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·50 sec
Toward I 80 West: SacramentoUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 80
1.0 mi·1 min·Alan S. Hart Freeway
12
Continue on I 80
7.1 mi·8 min·Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
13 mi·15 min·North Sacramento Beltline Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on I 80
3.9 mi·4 min·Yolo Causeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on I 80
50 mi·58 min·Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on I 80
1.0 mi·1 min·Carquinez Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on I 80
0.3 mi·24 sec·Eastshore Freeway
18
Continue on I 80
3.4 mi·3 min·Linus F. Claeys Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on I 80
14 mi·16 min·Eastshore Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit onto Eastshore Freeway
0.8 mi·1 min·Eastshore Freeway
Toward San FranciscoUse the slight left lane.
21
Merge onto I 80
0.4 mi·33 sec·Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Turn slight left onto I 80
0.4 mi·33 sec·Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
23
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
5.5 mi·8 min·Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the slight left lane.
24
Continue on I 80
0.3 mi·24 sec·Route 80
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
25
Continue on I 80
0.8 mi·1 min·Route 80
Exit 2AUse the straight / slight left lanes.
26
Continue on I 80
0.4 mi·32 sec·Route 80
Exit 1AUse the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·38 sec
Exit 1BToward US 101 North: Golden Gate BridgeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Merge onto US 101
0.3 mi·25 sec·Central Freeway
29
Continue on Octavia Boulevard
0.5 mi·42 sec·Octavia Boulevard
Exit 434BToward Octavia Boulevard, Fell StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Turn right onto Market Street
0.1 mi·31 sec·Market Street
Use the right lane.
31
Keep slight right at fork onto Market Street
0.2 mi·35 sec·Market Street
32
Arrive at destination
Market Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable 105.5-mile drive, you have a lot of flexibility. Consider departing mid-morning to avoid the peak rush hour heading into the San Francisco Bay Area. With a duration of just over two hours, you likely won't need to plan for extensive stops, but the North Sacramento Beltline Freeway section might offer opportunities for a brief break if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $24; it's always wise to start with a full tank to ensure you have enough for the entire 63.4-mile longest stretch on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway.
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 52.7 miles from Roseville, CA, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.4 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 23 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.7 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 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near San Francisco, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Roseville, 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 Roseville, CA
This is one driving day of about 105.5 miles and 2h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Roseville, CA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway for about 63.4 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 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 104.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.5 mi into trip|~1m in|Lincoln Street
Turn right onto Lincoln Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
9.7 mi into trip|~13m in|I 80 / North Sacramento Beltline Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80 / North Sacramento Beltline Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
95.7 mi into trip|~1h 53m in|Eastshore Freeway
Take the exit onto Eastshore Freeway toward San Francisco
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward San Francisco
6
97.2 mi into trip|~1h 55m in|I 80 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
8
104.1 mi into trip|~2h 6m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 101 North: Golden Gate Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 1B
Toward US 101 North: Golden Gate Bridge
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.25 one way
$48.50 round trip
$5.84/gal25.4 MPG avg37 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$6.02
$24.99
$49.98
premium
$6.18
$25.66
$51.31
diesel
$5.61
$23.29
$46.59
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
31.7
0
$11.08
$5.06
Efficient EV
26.4
0
$9.23
$4.22
EV Truck/SUV
42.2
0
$14.77
$6.75
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% 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 20, 2026
Origin
Roseville, CA
Late night
in Roseville on Tuesday
Local time
3:20 AM
PDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
San Francisco, CA
Late night
in San Francisco on Tuesday
Local time
3:20 AM
PDT
Current temp
46°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
5 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 9m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route offers a mixed driving experience, with 33% of it dedicated to highways like the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway and the Eastshore Freeway. You'll encounter a significant 63.4-mile stretch on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, which forms the backbone of this journey. Expect a blend of faster-paced highway driving and potentially some transitions as you approach your destination. The overall feel is one of efficient travel, connecting two points within California's diverse landscape without overly challenging or monotonous sections.
33% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 63.4 mi on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near Lincoln Street.
Driving Effort9/10
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 18 significant decision points across 105.5 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 0.5 miles (Lincoln Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.7 miles (I 80 / North Sacramento Beltline Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 95.7 miles (Eastshore Freeway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The centerpiece of the Bay Area, San Francisco is one of the most visited cities in the world, and with good reason. The cultural center of northern California, San Francisco is renowned for its mixture of scenic beauty and unique culture that makes it one of the most vibrant and desirable cities in the nation, if not the world.
Sandwiched between the San Francisco Bay and the Pacific Ocean on a small square of land seven miles (11 km) on each side, San Francisco offers a wealth of treasures for the visitor, from the windswept and often foggy bay to the steep hills lined with Victorian homes that overlook the spectacular scenery of the city.
Top landmarks
•Golden Gate Bridge — suspension bridge on the San Francisco Bay
•Alcatraz Island — island in San Francisco, California, United States of America
•San Francisco–Oakland Bay Bridge — suspension bridge connecting San Francisco and Oakland, California, USA
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 9m. Total distance: 105.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (33%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 63.4 miles on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. 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 San Francisco, 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 0.5 miles (Lincoln Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.7 miles (I 80 / North Sacramento Beltline Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 95.7 miles (Eastshore Freeway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at San Francisco, CA before heading back.
