How far is Dunsmuir, CA from Dorris, CA?
The driving distance from Dunsmuir, CA to Dorris, CA is about 68.5 miles (110.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 55.6 miles (89.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 39m 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.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 19m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Siskiyou County, California, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dunsmuir and Dorris.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dunsmuir and Dorris.
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Start on Sacramento Avenue
143 m · 25 sec · Sacramento Avenue
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Turn left onto Cedar Street
97 m · 16 sec · Cedar Street
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Turn right onto Dunsmuir Avenue
2886 ft · 58 sec · Dunsmuir Avenue
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Take the ramp straight
974 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left onto Cascade Wonderland Highway
16.2 mi · 19 min · Cascade Wonderland Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 97: South Weed Boulevard, Klamath Falls
1399 ft · 35 sec
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Turn right onto South Weed Boulevard
50.4 mi · 57 min · South Weed Boulevard
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Continue on South Butte Street
1418 ft · 18 sec · South Butte Street
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Continue on South Butte Street
51 m · 2 sec · South Butte Street
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Continue on West 4th Street
707 ft · 10 sec · West 4th Street
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Turn left onto South Main Street
1755 ft · 32 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right
22 m · 5 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dunsmuir and Dorris.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Weed Boulevard
Turn right onto South Weed Boulevard
50.4 mi · 00h 57m
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.
Rain Likely leaving Dunsmuir and Chance Light Rain near Dorris.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dunsmuir to Dorris?
The road trip is about 68.5 miles (110.2 km) and usually takes 01h 19m 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?
Weed is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.2 miles from Dunsmuir and 34.2 miles from Dorris.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 55.6 miles (89.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.9 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 3:50 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.90 one way or $27.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Likely around Dunsmuir and Chance Light Rain near Dorris.
Stop Ideas Near Weed
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Statue of Abner Weed
Weed City Hall
City Hall, Weed
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Weed.
Dunsmuir station
Ashland, Oregon
Redding station
Redding (RABA Transit Center), California
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dunsmuir and Dorris. Straight-line distance: 55.55 mi (89.4 km).
#1 Dunsmuir
City in Siskiyou County, California, United States
| Population | 1,548 |
| Coordinates | 41.2082100, -122.2719500 |
| Altitude | 695 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Dorris
City in Siskiyou County, California, United States
| Population | 896 |
| Coordinates | 41.9673700, -121.9180600 |
| Altitude | 1294 |
| Country | United States |
End: Dorris (-121.91806, 41.96737)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 110 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 51m |
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 | $5.77 | $13.90 | $27.81 |
| Mid-grade | $6.07 | $14.62 | $29.24 |
| Premium | $6.24 | $15.05 | $30.09 |
| Diesel | $7.57 | $18.24 | $36.47 |
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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