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Looking for the best route from San Francisco<\/a> to Los Angeles<\/a>?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

We\u2019ve driven back and forth a dozen times using different routes. While living in California, we often took I-5 for the most direct route. However, if you\u2019re looking for scenic options or you want to explore new parts of California, these are the ones you should consider.<\/p>\n

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Special thanks to Visit California for sponsoring this post and Turo<\/a> for lending us a fun neon Jeep to road trip in. This post may contain affiliate links, where we receive a small commission on sales of the products that are linked at no additional cost to you. All opinions are always our own. Read our full disclosure<\/a>\u00a0for more info. Thank you for supporting the brands that make Local Adventurer possible.<\/em><\/p>\n

Last Updated: <\/em>April 20 2026<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

With the World Cup just around the corner and matches in both, San Francisco and Los Angeles, this is the perfect time to explore other parts of California as you travel between the cities. There are so many great stops along the way and different route options depending on your interest. Which route would you take?<\/p>\n

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Highway 101<\/u><\/h2>\n

Highway 101 is more inland and takes you through vineyards, rolling hills, and some coastal views. We recently visited the Santa Maria Valley and Solvang, and they are so charming.<\/p>\n