The Cost of Driving from Alta Sierra to Rocklin: A Road Trip Diary

Have you ever been on a long road trip with your friends or family and wondered how much it was costing you? Well, on a recent trip from Alta Sierra, California to Rocklin, California, I kept track of the cost of each route so you won't have to guess.

Route 1: The Direct Route

The first route, and the most direct one, is to take the CA-49 N and CA-193 W route. This is a total of 76.2 miles and will take you approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes to arrive in Rocklin. With the current gas prices in Alta Sierra averaging at $3.85 per gallon, it will cost you around $14.99 in gas for this trip. This route does not have any toll charges.

Route 2: The Scenic Route

If you're up for a longer but more scenic drive, Route 2 takes you on a picturesque drive through the Sierra Nevada Mountains and past the Folsom Lake State Recreation Area. This route is a total of 111.3 miles and will take you approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes to arrive in Rocklin. With the current gas prices in Alta Sierra, it will cost you around $23.45 in gas for this trip. This route does not have any toll charges.

Route 3: The Toll Road Route

If you're not concerned about toll charges, you can take the I-80 W route. This is a total of 85.7 miles and will take you approximately 1 hour and 34 minutes to arrive in Rocklin. With the current gas prices in Alta Sierra, it will cost you around $17.28 in gas for this trip. However, please note that this route has a toll charge of $9.00 at the Cordelia toll plaza.

Route 4: The Hybrid Route

If you are driving a hybrid or electric car, you might want to consider taking Route 4, which combines both the direct and scenic route. This is a total of 95.1 miles and will take you approximately 2 hours and 8 minutes to arrive in Rocklin. With the current gas prices in Alta Sierra, it will cost you around $19.71 in gas for this trip. This route does not have any toll charges.

I hope this blog post helps you plan your next road trip from Alta Sierra to Rocklin. Remember, it's always a good idea to check the current gas and toll prices before leaving. Safe travels!