How far is Mount Shasta, CA from Anaheim, CA?
Fastest route
The route from Mt Shasta, California 96067, USA to Anaheim, California, USA is approximately a 9-hour and 15-minute drive covering a distance of 629 miles. The fastest route is via I-5 S.
Directions
- Get on I-5 S: Head south on I-5BL/S Mt Shasta Blvd toward Ida St. Merge onto I-5 S via the ramp to Redding.
- Follow I-5 S: Continue on I-5 S, following signs for Woodland/Sacramento.
- Stay on I-5 S: Keep left at the fork to stay on I-5 S, following signs for CA-60 E/Interstate 5 S/Soto St/Santa Ana.
- Take exit 111 for Lincoln Ave: Take exit 111 from I-5 S.
- Continue on Lincoln Ave: Drive on Lincoln Ave.
- Turn left onto N Anaheim Blvd: Turn left onto Lincoln Ave, then turn left onto N Anaheim Blvd.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Make sure to check the current traffic conditions before starting your journey to choose the best time for travel.
- ⛽ It's recommended to have a full tank of gas before embarking on the trip.
- 📱 Keep your GPS or navigation app handy for real-time directions and updates.
- 🚦 Observe traffic signs and follow the designated speed limits for a safe journey.
- 🍴 Plan for food and restroom breaks along the way. Research rest areas or dining options to make the trip more comfortable.
- 🛣️ Stay alert and attentive while driving, taking regular breaks if needed to avoid fatigue.
- 🧳 Pack essentials such as water, snacks, and any necessary medications to ensure a smooth journey.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
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 10h 30m.
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.
Human settlement in Stanislaus County, California, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Light Snow Likely
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mount Shasta and Anaheim.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Shasta and Anaheim.
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Start on Mill Street
40 m · 11 sec · Mill Street
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Turn left onto High Street
106 m · 17 sec · High Street
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Turn right onto South Mount Shasta Boulevard
1206 ft · 24 sec · South Mount Shasta Boulevard
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Keep slight left to continue on South Mount Shasta Boulevard
1.2 mi · 2 min · South Mount Shasta Boulevard
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Take the ramp straight
1003 ft · 25 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 5 South
1344 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left onto Cascade Wonderland Highway
54.5 mi · 1 hr 3 min · Cascade Wonderland Highway
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Keep slight left to continue on Cascade Wonderland Highway
35.5 mi · 39 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
20.7 mi · 24 min · Santa Ana Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Lincoln Avenue
2410 ft · 33 sec
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Turn left onto West Lincoln Avenue
1.3 mi · 4 min · West Lincoln Avenue
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Turn right onto South Anaheim Boulevard
113 m · 14 sec · South Anaheim Boulevard
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Turn right
61 m · 15 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 Mount Shasta and Anaheim.
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.
Light Snow Likely leaving Mount Shasta and Mostly Sunny near Anaheim.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mount Shasta to Anaheim?
The road trip is about 634.8 miles (1021.6 km) and usually takes 10h 30m 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?
Newman is a useful midpoint, sitting about 314.3 miles from Mount Shasta and 320.5 miles from Anaheim.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 569.7 miles (916.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 65.1 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 $129.23 one way or $258.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 199.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Snow Likely around Mount Shasta and Mostly Sunny near Anaheim.
Stop Ideas Near Newman
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 Newman.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mount Shasta and Anaheim. Straight-line distance: 569.65 mi (916.76 km).
#1 Mount Shasta
City in California, US
| Population | 3,233 |
| Coordinates | 41.3102400, -122.3122500 |
| Altitude | 1099 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Anaheim
The second most populous city in Orange County, California and the center of the Anaheim metropolitan area.
| Population | 353,676 |
| Coordinates | 33.8352900, -117.9145000 |
| Altitude | 48 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-117.914539, 33.835404)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 1022 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 21h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 15h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 12h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 10h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 09h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 07h 55m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.77 | $129.23 | $258.45 |
| Mid-grade | $6.07 | $135.88 | $271.76 |
| Premium | $6.24 | $139.84 | $279.69 |
| Diesel | $7.57 | $169.50 | $339.00 |
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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