Origin
Banning, CA
Morning in Banning on Friday
Local time
10:30 AM
PDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
67.9 mi
109 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Banning, CA
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This 67.9-mile drive from Banning, CA to Anaheim, CA is a straightforward journey, taking approximately 1 hour and 24 minutes. It's easily manageable as a single-day trip, with an estimated fuel cost of $16. You'll spend most of your time on major freeways, including the Riverside Freeway and the Moreno Valley Freeway (CA 91). This route is primarily a highway-focused drive, designed for efficient travel between these two Southern California locations. Given its relatively short distance and duration, it’s an accessible option for a quick transition within the Pacific Coast region.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 24m. Total distance: 67.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Expect a highway-focused drive for 83% of this trip. You'll primarily navigate the Riverside Freeway and CA 91, which are known for their consistent speed and efficiency. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 17.5 miles on the Riverside Freeway, offering a solid period of cruising. While this route prioritizes speed, it’s important to be aware of potential traffic, especially as you approach the greater Los Angeles area. The road's character remains largely consistent, focused on getting you to your destination smoothly.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Riverside Freeway and CA 91. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near South 8th Street.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 67.9 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (South 8th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 29.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto South 8th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward CA 60 West: Riverside
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward CA 91 West: Riverside, Beach Cities
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward Main Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward State College Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Banning, CA to Anaheim, CA, road signs begin pointing toward Beach Cities along the way.
Beach Cities
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Riverside Freeway | 17.5 mi | 20m |
| CA 91 | 16.7 mi | 19m |
| Moreno Valley Freeway | 16.5 mi | 20m |
| Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway | 5.8 mi | 6m |
| Escondido Freeway | 3.9 mi | 4m |
| Moreno Valley Expressway | 2 mi | 2m |
| East Lincoln Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| North State College Boulevard | 1 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Banning, CA and Anaheim, CA.
Start on Ramsey Street
Turn left onto South 8th Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 10
Take the exit
Continue on CA 60
Continue on CA 60
Continue on CA 60
Merge onto I 215; CA 60
Take the exit
Merge onto CA 91
Take the exit
Continue on CA 91
Keep slight right at fork onto CA 91
Take the exit
Turn left onto North State College Boulevard
Turn right onto East Lincoln Avenue
Turn left onto South Anaheim Boulevard
Turn right
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.9 mi from Banning, CA · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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.
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 33.9 miles from Banning, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Anaheim, CA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$15.61 one way
$31.21 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $16.08 | $32.16 |
| premium | $6.18 | $16.51 | $33.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.99 | $29.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$16
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.13 | $3.26 |
| Efficient EV | 17 | 0 | $5.94 | $2.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.2 | 0 | $9.51 | $4.35 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (67% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Banning on Friday
Local time
10:30 AM
PDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Destination
Morning in Anaheim on Friday
Local time
10:30 AM
PDT
Current temp
74°F
Partly Sunny
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 16 at 8:38AM PDT until April 16 at 9:00AM PDT by NWS Eureka CA
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 16 at 8:38AM PDT until April 16 at 9:00AM PDT by NWS Eureka CA
53°F
Riverside, CA
34 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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