How far is Bellflower, CA from Sacramento, CA?
Fastest route
The trip from Bellflower, California, to Sacramento, California, is approximately 402 miles (647 kilometers) and takes around 5 hours and 43 minutes via I-5 N. Here are some tips and directions for the journey:
Directions
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🚗 Get on I-605 N from Woodruff Ave and Alondra Blvd:
- Head northwest on Bellflower Bike Trail/Flora Vista St toward Woodruff Ave.
- Turn right onto Woodruff Ave.
- Pass by El Pollo Loco (on the right in 0.5 mi).
- Turn right onto Alondra Blvd.
- Pass by Taco Bell (on the right).
- Slight right to merge onto I-605 N.
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🛣️ Follow I-5 N to J St in Sacramento:
- Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 11 to merge onto I-5 N/Santa Ana Fwy toward Los Angeles.
- Keep right at the fork to continue on I-5 N, following signs for Interstate 5 N/Sacramento.
- Keep left at the fork to stay on I-5 N.
- Parts of this road may be closed at certain times or days.
- Keep right at the fork to stay on I-5 N, following signs for San Francisco/Sacramento.
- Keep right at the fork to stay on I-5 N, following signs for Stockton/Sacramento.
- Take exit 519B for J St toward Downtown.
- May be closed at certain times or days.
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🗺️ Continue on J St. Drive to 9th St:
- Use any lane to turn right onto J St.
Tips & Suggestions
- ⛽ Plan your fuel stops along the way, especially for longer stretches without gas stations.
- 🍴 Bring snacks and drinks for the road to stay refreshed during the journey.
- 💤 Consider taking breaks every few hours to rest and stretch to avoid fatigue.
- 🚘 Check your vehicle's condition before starting the trip, including tire pressure and fluids.
- 📱 Use a navigation app or GPS device to get real-time updates on traffic and potential road closures.
- 🌆 Avoid rush hours in major cities if possible to minimize delays.
- 🌤️ Check the weather forecast before traveling and be prepared for any adverse conditions.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 06h 25m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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.
City in Kings County, California, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bellflower and Sacramento.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bellflower and Sacramento.
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Start on Flora Vista Street
41 m · 8 sec · Flora Vista Street
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Turn right onto Woodruff Avenue
2703 ft · 58 sec · Woodruff Avenue
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Turn right onto Alondra Boulevard
1.3 km · 1 min · Alondra Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 605 North
1507 ft · 39 sec
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5
Merge slight left onto San Gabriel River Freeway
2.9 mi · 3 min · San Gabriel River Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 5 North, I 5 South: Los Angeles, Santa Ana
1385 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 5 North, I 5 South: Los Angeles, Santa Ana
1794 ft · 44 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 5 North: Santa Ana Freeway, Los Angeles
2020 ft · 49 sec
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9
Merge slight left onto Santa Ana Freeway
8.9 mi · 10 min · Santa Ana Freeway
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10
Keep slight right to continue on Golden State Freeway
25.5 mi · 30 min · Golden State Freeway
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11
Keep slight left to continue on Golden State Freeway
2.2 mi · 3 min · Golden State Freeway
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12
Keep slight right to continue on I 5 Truck North, CA 14 Truck
1.5 mi · 2 min
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13
Keep slight left
36.1 mi · 42 min
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14
Keep slight left to continue on Golden State Freeway
22.3 mi · 25 min · Golden State Freeway
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15
Keep slight right to continue on Westside Freeway
225.6 mi · 4 hr 2 min · Westside Freeway
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16
Keep slight right to continue on Westside Freeway
25.5 mi · 28 min · Westside Freeway
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Keep left to continue on Westside Freeway
47.5 mi · 53 min · Westside Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward J Street, Downtown
1300 ft · 34 sec
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Turn right onto J Street
822 ft · 25 sec · J Street
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Turn left onto 5th Street
814 ft · 19 sec · 5th Street
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Turn right onto H Street
1602 ft · 40 sec · H Street
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Turn right onto 9th Street
149 m · 15 sec · 9th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 9th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bellflower and Sacramento.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Westside Freeway
Keep slight right to continue on Westside Freeway
226 mi · 04h 02m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Mostly Sunny leaving Bellflower and Sunny near Sacramento.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bellflower to Sacramento?
The road trip is about 402.2 miles (647.3 km) and usually takes 06h 25m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Avenal is a useful midpoint, sitting about 201 miles from Bellflower and 201.3 miles from Sacramento.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 375.2 miles (603.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 27 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 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM PDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $81.86 one way or $163.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 126.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Bellflower and Sunny near Sacramento.
Stop Ideas Near Avenal
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Avenal.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bellflower and Sacramento. Straight-line distance: 375.27 mi (603.94 km).
#1 Bellflower
A city in Los Angeles County, California.
| Population | 75,162 |
| Coordinates | 33.8816800, -118.1170100 |
| Altitude | 22 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sacramento
The sixth most populous city in California and the center of the Sacramento metropolitan area.
| Population | 512,838 |
| Coordinates | 38.5815700, -121.4944000 |
| Altitude | 9 |
| Country | United States |
End: 9th Street (-121.49442, 38.581575)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 647 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 13h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 10h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 08h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 01m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.77 | $81.86 | $163.72 |
| Mid-grade | $6.07 | $86.08 | $172.15 |
| Premium | $6.24 | $88.59 | $177.18 |
| Diesel | $7.57 | $107.38 | $214.75 |
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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