How far is Fairbanks Ranch, CA from Sacramento, CA?
Fastest route
The distance from Fairbanks Ranch, California, to Sacramento, California is approximately 499 miles (803 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 7 hours and 24 minutes. The fastest route is via I-5 N, but be aware of potential road closures and traffic conditions.
Directions
- Head east on San Dieguito Rd toward Circa Del Sur, then turn right onto Camino Del Sur.
- Use the right two lanes to turn right and merge onto CA-56 W/State Hwy 56 W.
- Take exit 1B for El Camino Real toward I-5 N, and continue straight onto Carmel Valley Rd.
- Merge onto I-5 N/San Diego Fwy and keep right to stay on I-5 N.
- Keep left at the fork to stay on I-5 N, following signs for Santa Ana.
- Keep right at the fork to stay on I-5 N, following signs for Interstate 5 N/Sacramento.
- Keep left at the fork to stay on I-5 N. Be cautious about possible road closures at certain times or days.
- Keep right at the fork to stay on I-5 N, following signs for San Francisco/Sacramento.
- Take exit 519B for J St toward Downtown Sacramento.
- Drive onto J St to reach your destination in Sacramento, California.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan for a long journey, bring snacks, and make regular rest stops for a comfortable trip.
- 📱 Check for real-time traffic updates and road closures along the way to avoid delays.
- ⛽ Ensure your vehicle has sufficient fuel for the journey, especially if there are remote stretches.
- 🛣️ Familiarize yourself with the route and have a GPS or map handy for navigation.
- 🏨 Consider booking accommodation in Sacramento if the travel time exceeds your preferences.
- 🚧 Be prepared for possible construction or detours; follow road signs and directions carefully.
- 🚙 If traveling during peak hours, anticipate heavy traffic and adjust your schedule accordingly.
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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 08h 16m.
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.
Census-designated place in Kern County, California
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fairbanks Ranch and Sacramento.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairbanks Ranch and Sacramento.
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Start on Circa del Sur
979 ft · 50 sec · Circa del Sur
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At the end of the road, turn left onto San Dieguito Road
1640 ft · 36 sec · San Dieguito Road
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Turn right onto El Apajo
2990 ft · 56 sec · El Apajo
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Continue on Via de Santa Fe
2130 ft · 46 sec · Via de Santa Fe
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Turn left onto Calzada del Bosque
1.1 mi · 2 min · Calzada del Bosque
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Keep slight left to continue on Calzada del Bosque
68 m · 12 sec · Calzada del Bosque
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Turn left onto Linea del Cielo
1.2 mi · 2 min · Linea del Cielo
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Continue on Lomas Santa Fe Drive
1.5 mi · 3 min · Lomas Santa Fe Drive
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 5 North
1429 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left onto San Diego Freeway
28.9 mi · 35 min · San Diego Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on San Diego Freeway
18.1 mi · 21 min · San Diego Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on San Diego Freeway
7.4 mi · 9 min · San Diego Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on Bake Parkway
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight right
6 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Jamboree Road
1266 ft · 17 sec
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Continue straight
527 ft · 11 sec
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Turn right onto Jamboree Road
760 ft · 18 sec · Jamboree Road
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Turn left onto El Camino Real
2.2 mi · 5 min · El Camino Real
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Turn left onto Newport Avenue
109 m · 14 sec · Newport Avenue
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Take the ramp right toward I 5 North: Los Angeles
1127 ft · 17 sec
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Merge slight left onto Santa Ana Freeway
1.3 mi · 1 min · Santa Ana Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on Santa Ana Freeway
1.7 mi · 2 min · Santa Ana Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on Santa Ana Freeway
9.4 mi · 11 min · Santa Ana Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on Santa Ana Freeway
18 mi · 21 min · Santa Ana Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on Golden State Freeway
25.5 mi · 30 min · Golden State Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on Golden State Freeway
2.2 mi · 3 min · Golden State Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 5 Truck North, CA 14 Truck
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left
36.1 mi · 42 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Golden State Freeway
22.3 mi · 25 min · Golden State Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on Westside Freeway
225.6 mi · 4 hr 2 min · Westside Freeway
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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 Fairbanks Ranch 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.
Sunny leaving Fairbanks Ranch and Sunny near Sacramento.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fairbanks Ranch to Sacramento?
The road trip is about 496.5 miles (799.1 km) and usually takes 08h 16m 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?
Lost Hills is a useful midpoint, sitting about 244.1 miles from Fairbanks Ranch and 252.4 miles from Sacramento.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 455.2 miles (732.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 41.3 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 $109.69 one way or $219.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 155.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Fairbanks Ranch and Sunny near Sacramento.
Stop Ideas Near Lost Hills
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 Lost Hills.
Wasco station
Kettleman City, California
Corcoran station
Bakersfield
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fairbanks Ranch and Sacramento. Straight-line distance: 455.19 mi (732.56 km).
#1 Fairbanks Ranch
Situated inland in San Diego County at an elevation of approximately 161 feet, this census-designated place occupies rolling terrain in Southern California.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 32.9939300, -117.1872600 |
| Altitude | 49 |
| 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: 799 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 16h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 12h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 09h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 08h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 07h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 06h 11m |
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 | $109.69 | $219.39 |
| Mid-grade | $6.50 | $113.86 | $227.72 |
| Premium | $6.69 | $117.19 | $234.38 |
| Diesel | $8.41 | $147.40 | $294.79 |
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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