Origin
Sutter, CA
Late night in Sutter on Tuesday
Local time
2:15 AM
PDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sutter, CA to Laguna, 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
1h 20m
Distance
63 mi
101 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 14m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 33m
10 AM
1h 25m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 32m
8 PM
1h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sutter, CA
Stephen Leonardi
Laguna, CA
Tori Pezzulla❤️
Trip Overview
Sutter to Laguna is 63 miles and takes about 1 hour 20 minutes via CA 99, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route connects two points within California's Pacific Coast region, offering a straightforward, highway-focused journey. It's a relatively short drive, making it ideal for a single-day trip without feeling rushed. You'll primarily be on well-maintained state highways, so expect efficient travel time. Consider this drive if you need a quick and direct connection between these two locations without a lot of detours.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CA 99 | 34.8 mi | 41m |
| South Sacramento Freeway | 7.4 mi | 8m |
| Colusa Highway | 6.4 mi | 8m |
| Westside Freeway | 6.2 mi | 7m |
| Bruceville Road | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| Capital City Freeway | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| Acacia Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Seasons Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
CA 99
— 34.8 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sutter, CA and Laguna, CA.
1
Start on Nelson Street
271 ft
·
17 sec
·
Nelson Street
2
Turn left onto Acacia Avenue
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Acacia Avenue
3
Turn left onto CA 20
6.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Colusa Highway
4
Turn right onto CA 99
35 mi
·
41 min
·
CA 99
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
Merge onto I 5
6.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Westside Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 518
Toward US 50: South Lake Tahoe, San Francisco
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 518
Toward US 50 East: Fresno
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 518
Toward US 50 East: Fresno
9
Merge onto US 50; I 80 Business
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Capital City Freeway
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80 Business
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
·
Capital City Freeway
Toward I 80 Business East, CA 99 South: Reno, Fresno
Use the slight right lane.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
Toward CA 99 South: Fresno
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto CA 99
7.4 mi
·
8 min
·
South Sacramento Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 289
Toward Cosumnes River Boulevard, Calvine Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn right onto Cosumnes River Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Cosumnes River Boulevard
Use the left / right lanes.
15
Turn left onto Bruceville Road
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Bruceville Road
Use the left / uturn / straight lanes.
16
Turn right onto Seasons Drive
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Seasons Drive
17
Turn right onto November Drive
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
November Drive
18
At end of road, turn left onto Mapleview Way
155 ft
·
12 sec
·
Mapleview Way
19
Turn left onto Fall Breeze Court
183 ft
·
8 sec
·
Fall Breeze Court
20
Arrive at destination
Fall Breeze Court
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.5 miles from Sutter, 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 185 decision points cluster between mile 48.7 and 59.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
48.7 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Take the exit toward US 50: South Lake Tahoe, San Francisco
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 518
Toward US 50: South Lake Tahoe, San Francisco
6
49.1 mi into trip
|
~1h in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 50 East: Fresno
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 518
Toward US 50 East: Fresno
6
49.4 mi into trip
|
~1h in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 50 East: Fresno
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 518
Toward US 50 East: Fresno
8
51.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
|
I 80 Business / Capital City Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80 Business / Capital City Freeway toward I 80 Business East, CA 99 South: Reno, Fresno
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 80 Business East, CA 99 South: Reno, F...
8
59.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Take the exit toward Cosumnes River Boulevard, Calvine Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 289
Toward Cosumnes River Boulevard, Calvine Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.48 one way
$28.96 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $14.92 | $29.84 |
| premium | $6.18 | $15.32 | $30.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.91 | $27.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$14
Estimated CO2 emission: 22 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.9 | 0 | $6.61 | $3.02 |
| Efficient EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.51 | $2.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.2 | 0 | $8.82 | $4.03 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Laguna, CA
Late night in Laguna on Tuesday
Local time
2:15 AM
PDT
Current temp
69°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
2 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
1h 20m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 79% of your journey on major roads like CA 99 and the South Sacramento Freeway. You'll experience long, uninterrupted stretches, including a notable 34.8-mile segment on CA 99. Expect a consistent pace for most of the trip, characterized by efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways. While the primary roads are fast, be aware that parts of the Colusa Highway might offer a slightly different feel as you transition between major arteries. It's a route built for getting from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 34.8 mi on CA 99.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CA 99 and South Sacramento Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 48.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 63 miles you will encounter 18 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: at 48.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 49.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 49.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Sutter, CA and Laguna, CA, road signs point toward San Francisco and Fresno.
San Francisco
48.7 mi in
|
~59m
Fresno
51.2 mi in
|
~1h 3m
|
via I 80 Business
About the Cities
Starting in Sutter, CA
Full guide →Founded 1871
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 20m. Total distance: 63 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 34.8 miles on CA 99. 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 Laguna, CA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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: at 48.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 49.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 49.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Laguna, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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