Origin
Beaumont, CA
Evening in Beaumont on Sunday
Local time
5:49 PM
PDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Beaumont, CA to Fontana, CA
Drive Time
38m
Distance
32.3 mi
52 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
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6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 41m
5 PM
0h 44m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Beaumont, CA
Stephen Leonardi
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward connection between Beaumont and Fontana, this 32.3-mile trip is an efficient way to navigate the Pacific Coast region. The drive typically takes about 38 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a quick day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a minimal fuel budget of roughly $7, it is an economical choice for travelers moving between these two California hubs. You will spend the vast majority of your time on major corridors like the Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway and the San Bernardino Freeway. Because the route is short and direct, you have total flexibility in your schedule, allowing you to complete the journey in a single outing without the need for additional stops.
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
16.1 miles from Beaumont, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that transitions from open highway stretches into more complex maneuvering as you reach your destination. While 23 miles of the trip—or about 71%—takes place on highways, the experience is defined by its changing pace. You will settle into your longest uninterrupted stretch of 22.5 miles while traveling on the Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway, providing a brief moment of steady cruising. As you move toward Fontana, the character of the road shifts, requiring you to navigate segments of the San Bernardino Freeway and Sierra Avenue. Be prepared for a mix of high-speed transit and local navigation, which keeps the drive engaging despite the relatively short total distance.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 22.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Beaumont Avenue.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 38m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Beaumont Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (I 10 / Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Beaumont Avenue
Depart onto Beaumont Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
Take the ramp toward I 10 West: Los Angeles
Navigation decision point
Toward I 10 West: Los Angeles
5
0.4 mi into trip
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~0m in
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I 10 / Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 10 / Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
30.3 mi into trip
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~34m 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 64
Toward Sierra Avenue
6
32.2 mi into trip
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~38m in
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Merrill Avenue
Turn right onto Merrill Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway | 22.5 mi | 25m |
| San Bernardino Freeway | 7.5 mi | 8m |
| Sierra Avenue | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Beaumont Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Merrill Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
— 22.5 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beaumont, CA and Fontana, CA.
1
Start on Beaumont Avenue
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
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Beaumont Avenue
Use the none lane.
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 10 West: Los Angeles
3
Merge onto I 10
22 mi
·
25 min
·
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
Use the none lane.
4
Continue on I 10
7.5 mi
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8 min
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San Bernardino Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 64
Toward Sierra Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Turn right onto Sierra Avenue
1.7 mi
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2 min
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Sierra Avenue
Use the left / none lanes.
7
Turn right onto Merrill Avenue
205 ft
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4 sec
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Merrill Avenue
Use the none lane.
8
Arrive at destination
Merrill Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 38-minute transit, you don’t need to worry about planning for rest stops or food breaks along the way. Your best approach is to time your departure to avoid peak congestion, as the route relies heavily on major freeways that can see significant volume. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before you head out, though at an estimated $7 cost, a full tank is easily manageable. Given the turn-heavy nature of the final approach into Fontana, ensure your navigation is ready for the transition from the San Bernardino Freeway onto Sierra Avenue. Utilizing the route's inherent flexibility is your greatest advantage, allowing you to complete the entire 32.3-mile journey on your own terms.
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 16.1 miles from Beaumont, CA, or about 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22.5 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 32.3 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16.1 miles or 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 31m
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 Beaumont, 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 Beaumont, CA
This is one driving day of about 32.3 miles and 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Beaumont, 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 Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway for about 22.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.1 mi from Beaumont, CA · 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 32.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.1 miles from Beaumont, 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
$7.48 one way
$14.96 round trip
$5.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.07 | $7.71 | $15.43 |
| premium | $6.24 | $7.94 | $15.88 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.18 | $14.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.39 | $1.55 |
| Efficient EV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.83 | $1.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.52 | $2.07 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Evening in Fontana on Sunday
Local time
5:49 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
2 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
38m 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 Beaumont, CA to Fontana, CA covers 32.3 miles and takes about 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway, San Bernardino Freeway, Sierra Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.1 miles from Beaumont, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.48 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 straightforward 38m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Beaumont Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (I 10 / Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Beaumont, CA to Fontana, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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