How far is Anderson, CA from Summertown, CA?
The driving distance from Anderson, CA to Summertown, CA is about 44.9 miles (72.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 39 miles (62.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 17m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 08m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Shasta County, California
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Anderson and Summertown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Anderson and Summertown.
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Start on the route
18 m · 9 sec
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Continue straight
1.5 km · 2 min
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Turn left onto Deschutes Road
1169 ft · 28 sec · Deschutes Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Deschutes Road
48 m · 7 sec · Deschutes Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Deschutes Road
4.1 mi · 7 min · Deschutes Road
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Turn right onto Dersch Road
12.5 mi · 22 min · Dersch Road
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At the end of the road, turn right
26.5 mi · 36 min
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Turn right onto Lassen Peak Highway
2890 ft · 58 sec · Lassen Peak Highway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Lassen Peak Highway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Anderson and Summertown.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
At the end of the road, turn right
26.5 mi · 00h 36m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Anderson and Clear near Summertown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Anderson to Summertown?
The road trip is about 44.9 miles (72.2 km) and usually takes 01h 08m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Shingletown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.4 miles from Anderson and 22.4 miles from Summertown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 39 miles (62.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:12 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.89 one way or $19.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Anderson and Clear near Summertown.
Stop Ideas Near Shingletown
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Mt. Lassen / Shingletown KOA Holiday
Chevron
SunRun Solar
Original Paynes Creek Store and Tavern
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Shingletown.
Red Bluff, California
Redding station
Redding (RABA Transit Center), California
Corning, California
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Anderson and Summertown. Straight-line distance: 38.94 mi (62.67 km).
#1 Anderson
City in Shasta County, California, USA
| Population | 10,565 |
| Coordinates | 40.4482100, -122.2977800 |
| Altitude | 132 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Summertown
Situated at an elevation of 5853 feet in the rugged mountains of Shasta County, this small settlement lies within northern California's dense forested region.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 40.5443300, -121.5674800 |
| Altitude | 1784 |
| Country | United States |
End: Summertown (-121.56748, 40.54433)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 72 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $6.26 | $9.89 | $19.78 |
| Mid-grade | $6.50 | $10.27 | $20.54 |
| Premium | $6.69 | $10.57 | $21.14 |
| Diesel | $8.41 | $13.29 | $26.59 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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