How far is Tulelake, CA from Dorris, CA?
The driving distance from Tulelake, CA to Dorris, CA is about 26.1 miles (42 km), with a travel time of about 00h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.6 miles (36.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 57m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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City in Siskiyou County, California, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Light Rain
Chance Light Rain
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tulelake and Dorris.
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Start on C Street
62 m · 14 sec · C Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
135 m · 20 sec · Main Street
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Continue on Main Street
656 ft · 36 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Lava Beds Highway
3.6 mi · 4 min · Lava Beds Highway
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Turn left onto State Line Road
19.3 mi · 34 min · State Line Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto United States Highway 97
2.7 mi · 3 min · United States Highway 97
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Continue on East 1st Street
994 ft · 18 sec · East 1st Street
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Turn right onto North Main Street
49 m · 9 sec · North 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 Tulelake and Dorris.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
State Line Road
Turn left onto State Line Road
19.3 mi · 00h 34m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Light Rain leaving Tulelake 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 Tulelake to Dorris?
The road trip is about 26.1 miles (42 km) and usually takes 00h 28m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Montague is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13 miles from Tulelake and 13 miles from Dorris.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.6 miles (36.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.5 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:32 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.31 one way or $10.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Tulelake and Chance Light Rain near Dorris.
Stop Ideas Near Montague
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 Montague.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tulelake and Dorris. Straight-line distance: 22.65 mi (36.45 km).
#1 Tulelake
City in Siskiyou County, California, United States
| Population | 955 |
| Coordinates | 41.9559900, -121.4774900 |
| Altitude | 1230 |
| 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: (-121.918059, 41.967518)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 42 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 19m |
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 | $5.31 | $10.61 |
| Mid-grade | $6.07 | $5.58 | $11.16 |
| Premium | $6.24 | $5.74 | $11.49 |
| Diesel | $7.57 | $6.96 | $13.92 |
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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