Origin
Adelanto, CA
Afternoon in Adelanto on Sunday
Local time
1:31 PM
PDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Adelanto, CA to Fontana, CA
Drive Time
51m
Distance
39.2 mi
63 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
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6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Adelanto, CA
Israyosoy S.
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Adelanto to Fontana, you are looking at a 39.2-mile journey that typically takes about 51 minutes to complete. This trip is perfectly suited as a quick day drive, requiring no overnight stops along the way. You will primarily navigate via Jonathan Street, Bartlett Avenue, and the Blue Star Memorial Highway. With a fuel cost estimate of only $5, it is a very budget-friendly transit within the Pacific Coast region. Given the short duration and direct nature of the path, you can easily tackle this route in a single morning or afternoon session.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
19.6 miles from Adelanto, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 26m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway share. You will spend your time navigating local surface streets, meaning there are no long, uninterrupted stretches of road to zone out on. In fact, the longest stretch you will encounter is 0 miles on Jonathan Street, highlighting the frequent turns and transitions you must manage. Because you are avoiding major highways, you should prepare for a more hands-on driving experience that requires your full attention. It is a straightforward, functional transit that moves you efficiently between these two Pacific Coast locations.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Blue Star Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 11.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Jonathan Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 39.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Jonathan Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (US 395 / Blue Star Memorial Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Jonathan Street
Turn left onto Jonathan Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 395 / Blue Star Memorial Highway
Turn left onto US 395 / Blue Star Memorial Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
12.4 mi into trip
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~18m in
Take the exit toward I 15 South: San Bernardino, Los Angeles
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 15 South: San Bernardino, Los Angeles
7
32.6 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Take the exit toward Sierra Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 119
Toward Sierra Avenue
6
39.1 mi into trip
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~51m in
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Merrill Avenue
Turn left onto Merrill Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Adelanto, CA to Fontana, CA, road signs begin pointing toward Los Angeles along the way.
Los Angeles
12.4 mi in
|
~18m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Star Memorial Highway | 11.9 mi | 16m |
| Barstow and Mojave Freeway | 9.7 mi | 10m |
| Sierra Avenue | 6.2 mi | 9m |
| CHP Officer Larry L. Wetterling and San Bernardino County Sheriff's Lieutenant Alfred E. Stewart Memorial Highway | 5.6 mi | 6m |
| I 15 | 4.3 mi | 4m |
| Jonathan Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Bartlett Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Merrill Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Blue Star Memorial Highway
— 11.9 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Adelanto, CA and Fontana, CA.
1
Start on Lee Avenue
94 ft
·
9 sec
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Lee Avenue
2
Turn left onto Jonathan Street
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Jonathan Street
3
Turn right onto Bartlett Avenue
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
Bartlett Avenue
4
Turn left onto US 395
12 mi
·
16 min
·
Blue Star Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 15 South: San Bernardino, Los Angeles
Use the straight lane.
6
Merge onto I 15; US 66 Hist
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Barstow and Mojave Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 15; US 66 Hist; US 91 Hist; US 395 Hist
5.6 mi
·
6 min
·
CHP Officer Larry L. Wetterling and San Bernardino County Sheriff's Lieutenant Alfred E. Stewart Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on I 15; US 66 Hist
6.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Barstow and Mojave Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit onto I 15
4.3 mi
·
4 min
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I 15
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 119
Toward Sierra Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn left onto Sierra Avenue
6.2 mi
·
9 min
·
Sierra Avenue
Use the left lane.
12
Turn left onto Merrill Avenue
205 ft
·
4 sec
·
Merrill Avenue
Use the left lane.
13
Arrive at destination
Merrill Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a compact 51-minute drive with no planned stops, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule. Aim to depart outside of peak local traffic hours to ensure you maintain that estimated travel time, as local road congestion can impact your progress. You will not need to worry about extensive refueling or long-distance planning, but it is wise to ensure your tank has enough for the $5 estimate before heading out. Keep in mind that because this route relies entirely on local streets like Bartlett Avenue, staying alert at intersections is your best strategy. Enjoy the simplicity of this short transit and the ease of reaching your destination without the need for complex travel logistics.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 19.6 miles from Adelanto, CA, or about 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11.9 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 39.2 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 19.6 miles or 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fontana, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Adelanto, CA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Adelanto, CA
This is one driving day of about 39.2 miles and 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Adelanto, CA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Blue Star Memorial Highway for about 11.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.6 mi from Adelanto, CA · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 39.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.6 miles from Adelanto, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fontana, CA
The final approach into Fontana, CA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Fontana, CA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.08 one way
$18.16 round trip
$5.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.07 | $9.36 | $18.72 |
| premium | $6.24 | $9.63 | $19.27 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $8.71 | $17.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.12 | $1.88 |
| Efficient EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.43 | $1.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.49 | $2.51 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Fontana, CA
Afternoon in Fontana on Sunday
Local time
1:31 PM
PDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
10 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
51m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Adelanto, CA to Fontana, CA covers 39.2 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Blue Star Memorial Highway, Barstow and Mojave Freeway, Sierra Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.6 miles from Adelanto, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.08 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 39.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Jonathan Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (US 395 / Blue Star Memorial Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Adelanto, CA to Fontana, CA, road signs begin pointing toward Los Angeles along the way.
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