How far is Burney, CA from Santa Ana, CA?
Fastest route
The journey from Burney, California 96013 to Santa Ana, California is estimated to take approximately 9 hours and 20 minutes covering a distance of 627 miles via I-5 S. The fastest route is recommended due to traffic conditions.
Directions
- Head west on CA-299 W/Main St toward Hudson St (50.4 mi)
- Turn left to merge onto I-5 S toward Sacramento (127 mi)
- Keep left at the fork to stay on I-5 S, follow signs for Woodland/Sacramento (419 mi)
- Keep left to stay on I-5 S, follow signs for CA-60 E/Interstate 5 S/Soto St/Santa Ana (27.2 mi)
- Take exit 105B for Main St (1.2 mi)
- Turn right onto Main St
- Continue on Main St, passing by El Pollo Loco (on the left in 0.3 mi) for approximately 1.5 miles until you reach your destination in Santa Ana, California.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Make sure to plan your journey in advance and consider traffic conditions.
- ⛽ It's advisable to have a full tank of gas before starting your trip.
- 📱 Use a navigation app or GPS device for real-time directions and traffic updates.
- 🍴 Pack some snacks and water for the journey to stay refreshed.
- 💤 Take breaks during the long drive to rest and stretch your legs.
- 📞 Keep emergency contact numbers handy in case of any unexpected situations.
- 📝 Familiarize yourself with local traffic laws and regulations along the route.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 10h 32m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Merced County, California, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Burney and Santa Ana.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burney and Santa Ana.
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Start on Main Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · Main Street
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Continue on State Route 299
26.1 mi · 36 min · State Route 299
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Turn right
23.1 mi · 30 min
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Turn left
1667 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left onto Cascade Wonderland Highway
33.8 mi · 37 min · Cascade Wonderland Highway
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Continue on Westside Freeway
93 mi · 1 hr 40 min · Westside Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on Westside Freeway
15.7 mi · 17 min · Westside Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on Westside Freeway
78.8 mi · 1 hr 28 min · Westside Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on Westside Freeway
1.2 km · 49 sec · Westside Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on Westside Freeway
236.6 mi · 4 hr 14 min · Westside Freeway
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Keep slight right
58.4 mi · 1 hr 7 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Golden State Freeway
4.1 mi · 5 min · Golden State Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 405 South
1354 ft · 18 sec
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Keep slight left
24.7 mi · 29 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Golden State Freeway
1.3 mi · 2 min · Golden State Freeway
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Merge slight left onto Santa Ana Freeway
25.7 mi · 30 min · Santa Ana Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on Santa Ana Freeway
1241 ft · 16 sec · Santa Ana Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Broadway, Main Street, Santa Ana
1.3 km · 57 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Main Street North, Broadway
1656 ft · 22 sec
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Turn straight onto North Broadway
2613 ft · 58 sec · North Broadway
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Turn left onto West 17th Street
684 ft · 26 sec · West 17th Street
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Turn right onto North Main Street
1.6 km · 2 min · North Main Street
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Turn right onto West 1st Street
16 m · 1 sec · West 1st Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 1st Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Burney and Santa Ana.
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 left to continue on Westside Freeway
237 mi · 04h 14m
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 Burney and Sunny near Santa Ana.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Burney to Santa Ana?
The road trip is about 627.8 miles (1010.3 km) and usually takes 10h 32m 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?
Gustine is a useful midpoint, sitting about 313.2 miles from Burney and 314.5 miles from Santa Ana.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 535.2 miles (861.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 92.6 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 $136.64 one way or $273.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 196.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Burney and Sunny near Santa Ana.
Stop Ideas Near Gustine
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 Gustine.
Denair station
Modesto station
Merced station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Burney and Santa Ana. Straight-line distance: 535.2 mi (861.32 km).
#1 Burney
Census-designated place in Shasta County, California
| Population | 3,154 |
| Coordinates | 40.8823800, -121.6608200 |
| Altitude | 952 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Santa Ana
The most populous city in Orange County, California and the center of the Santa Ana metropolitan area.
| Population | 331,301 |
| Coordinates | 33.7455700, -117.8678300 |
| Altitude | 35 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 1st Street (-117.86783, 33.745553)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 1010 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 20h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 15h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 12h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 10h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 08h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 07h 49m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $6.17 | $136.64 | $273.29 |
| Mid-grade | $6.39 | $141.45 | $282.90 |
| Premium | $6.59 | $145.95 | $291.89 |
| Diesel | $8.42 | $186.53 | $373.05 |
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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