Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
49m
Distance
37.2 mi
60 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Stockton, CA
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Laguna, CA
Tori Pezzulla❤️
This 37.2-mile journey from Stockton, CA to Laguna, CA is a quick drive, typically taking around 49 minutes to complete. Designed as a single-day trip, you'll primarily navigate via CA 99 and Laguna Boulevard. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $9, this route offers a straightforward transit through the Pacific Coast region. Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of the drive, making it an efficient option for getting from point A to point B without extensive planning. It's a practical choice for a short hop within California.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CA 99 | 30.4 mi | 35m |
| North Wilson Way | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Laguna Boulevard | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| East Harding Way | 1 mi | 2m |
| North El Dorado Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Bruceville Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Seasons Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| November Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Stockton, CA and Laguna, CA.
Start on East Fremont Street
Turn right onto North El Dorado Street
Turn right onto East Harding Way
Turn left onto North Wilson Way
Take the ramp
Merge onto CA 99
Take the exit
Turn left onto Laguna Boulevard
Turn left onto Bruceville Road
Turn right onto Seasons Drive
Turn right onto November Drive
At end of road, turn left onto Mapleview Way
Turn left onto Fall Breeze Court
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 18.6 miles from Stockton, 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 37.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto North El Dorado Street
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto CA 99
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Laguna Boulevard, Bond Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
At end of road, turn left onto Mapleview Way
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Fall Breeze Court
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$8.55 one way
$17.10 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $8.81 | $17.62 |
| premium | $6.18 | $9.05 | $18.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.21 | $16.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 13 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.91 | $1.79 |
| Efficient EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.26 | $1.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.21 | $2.38 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Morning in Stockton on Sunday
Local time
9:10 AM
PDT
Current temp
48°F
Partly Cloudy
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 18 at 1:22AM PDT until April 18 at 8:00AM PDT by NWS Eureka CA
Destination
Morning in Laguna on Sunday
Local time
9:10 AM
PDT
Current temp
46°F
Mostly Clear
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 18 at 1:22AM PDT until April 18 at 8:00AM PDT by NWS Eureka CA
67°F
Collierville, CA
19 mi in
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 route leans heavily towards highway driving, with 82% of the journey on major roads like CA 99. You'll experience a significant uninterrupted stretch of 30.4 miles on CA 99, offering a consistent pace. The profile is largely highway-focused, suggesting a predictable and efficient driving experience. Expect smooth sailing for most of the trip, with North Wilson Way and Laguna Boulevard providing the transition into your destination. It's not a route known for winding backroads, but rather for its directness.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CA 99 and North Wilson Way. 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 North El Dorado Street.
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 37.2 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 (North El Dorado Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.3 miles (CA 99): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Founded 1849
Stockton is a city in the San Joaquin Valley in northern California. Sitting on the San Joaquin Delta, Stockton is the world's most inland natural port and used to be a major port city. One of the larger cities along I-5 through the Central Valley, it is a convenient stop and offers a variety of restaurants and accommodations for road-trippers. There are several shopping centers and movie theaters and one art museum but few major attractions.
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 49m. Total distance: 37.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). 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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