How far is Laguna, CA from Lincoln, CA?

The driving distance from Laguna, CA to Lincoln, CA is about 42.8 miles (68.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 53m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 33.2 miles (53.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 47m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
42.76 mi
00h 53m
Flight
33.27 mi
53.54 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
33.27 mi
Kilometers
53.54 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
42.76 mi
Kilometers
68.82 km
Drive Time
00h 53m

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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 00h 53m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Lincoln
Wed, Apr 22, 10:30 PM PDT
Return by in Laguna
Wed, Apr 22, 11:24 PM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Laguna
2026-04-22T21:36
Arrive Lincoln
Wed, Apr 22, 10:30 PM PDT
Route Timing
00h 53m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:54 AM to 10:54 AM PDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:42 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Laguna
9:30 PM PDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Foothill Farms
CA

Census designated place

From Laguna
21.4 mi
00h 26m
To Lincoln
21.4 mi
00h 26m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
69°F
Wednesday

Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
3 to 7 mph WSW
Destination
65°F
Wednesday

Chance Light Rain

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
6 to 9 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Laguna and Lincoln.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Laguna and Lincoln.

  1. 1

    Start on Fall Breeze Court

    56 m · 10 sec · Fall Breeze Court

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Mapleview Way

    47 m · 10 sec · Mapleview Way

  3. 3

    Turn right onto November Drive

    546 ft · 26 sec · November Drive

  4. 4

    Turn left onto Seasons Drive

    1694 ft · 48 sec · Seasons Drive

  5. 5

    Turn left onto Bruceville Road

    1673 ft · 43 sec · Bruceville Road

  6. 6

    Turn right onto Laguna Boulevard

    1.2 mi · 2 min · Laguna Boulevard

  7. 7

    Continue on Bond Road

    844 ft · 16 sec · Bond Road

  8. 8

    Take the ramp slight right toward CA 99 North: Sacramento

    1044 ft · 28 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left onto South Sacramento Freeway

    10.5 mi · 12 min · South Sacramento Freeway

  10. 10

    Continue on Capital City Freeway

    8.9 mi · 10 min · Capital City Freeway

  11. 11

    Continue on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway

    7 mi · 8 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway

  12. 12

    Continue on Alan S. Hart Freeway

    3.6 mi · 4 min · Alan S. Hart Freeway

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward CA 65: Lincoln, Marysville

    2063 ft · 1 min

  14. 14

    Continue on Charles J. La Porte Memorial Bridge

    1204 ft · 29 sec · Charles J. La Porte Memorial Bridge

  15. 15

    Continue straight

    7.5 mi · 9 min

  16. 16

    Take the exit slight right toward Lincoln Boulevard

    2162 ft · 53 sec

  17. 17

    Turn right onto Lincoln Boulevard

    1.9 mi · 4 min · Lincoln Boulevard

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Lincoln Boulevard

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Laguna and Lincoln.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
18 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
1 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
42.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
South Sacramento Freeway
10.5 mi · 25%
Capital City Freeway
8.86 mi · 21%
Charles J. La Porte Memorial Bridge
7.69 mi · 18%
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
7.05 mi · 16%
Alan S. Hart Freeway
3.63 mi · 8%
Lincoln Boulevard
2.3 mi · 5%
Longest Stretch

South Sacramento Freeway

Merge slight left onto South Sacramento Freeway

10.5 mi · 00h 12m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 53m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 48m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+9.6 mi
33.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Foothill Farms
00h 26m from Laguna
Leave By
4:42 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny leaving Laguna and Chance Light Rain near Lincoln.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Laguna to Lincoln?

The road trip is about 42.8 miles (68.8 km) and usually takes 00h 53m 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?

Foothill Farms is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.4 miles from Laguna and 21.4 miles from Lincoln.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 33.2 miles (53.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:42 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.71 one way or $17.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny around Laguna and Chance Light Rain near Lincoln.

Stop Ideas Near Foothill Farms

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Foothill Farms and the surrounding midpoint area.
City of Sacramento
Scenic stop 8.4 mi away

City of Sacramento

Sacramento , CA
Sacramento, CA 95814, United States
Rating 4.4/5 18 reviews Parking lot
Citrus Heights Community Center
Meeting point 4.8 mi away

Citrus Heights Community Center

Citrus Heights , CA
6300 Fountain Square Dr, Citrus Heights, CA 95621, United States
Rating 4.8/5 20 reviews Community center,City government office
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 8.5 mi away

City of Refuge Sacramento

Sacramento , CA
3216 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95817, United States
Rating 4.7/5 45 reviews Religious organization,Community center
Citrus Heights City Hall
Scenic stop 4.9 mi away

Citrus Heights City Hall

Citrus Heights , CA
6300 Fountain Square Dr, Citrus Heights, CA 95621, United States
Rating 5.0/5 2 reviews Parking lot

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Foothill Farms.

RAIL

Roseville station

10 mi away
201 Pacific Street
RAIL

Rocklin

16 mi away
Rocklin Rd. and Railroad Ave.
BUS

Sacramento (State Capitol), California

17 mi away
1389 10th Street
RAIL

Sacramento Valley Station

17 mi away
401 I Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Laguna and Lincoln. Straight-line distance: 33.27 mi (53.54 km).

Laguna

#1 Laguna

A city located in Orange County, California.

Population1,370,232
Coordinates38.4210200, -121.4238400
Altitude9
CountryUnited States
Lincoln

#2 Lincoln

The most populous city in Placer County, California.

Population48,996
Coordinates38.8915600, -121.2930100
Altitude51
CountryUnited States
Start: Laguna (-121.42384, 38.42102)
End: Lincoln (-121.29301, 38.89156)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 69 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 25m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 04m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 51m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 42m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 36m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 32m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.51 gal
5.71 L · about $8.71
Round trip
$17.42
3.02 gal · 11.42 L
Estimated CO2
13.4 kg one way
Round trip: 26.8 kg / 59 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.77 $8.71 $17.42
Mid-grade $6.07 $9.16 $18.32
Premium $6.24 $9.43 $18.85
Diesel $7.57 $11.43 $22.85

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in California · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Laguna and Lincoln. The current time is 21:36:24.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.