Origin
Cherry Valley, CA
Late night in Cherry Valley on Monday
Local time
4:42 AM
PDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cherry Valley, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Drive Time
1h 32m
Distance
77.6 mi
125 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 25m
★
6 AM
1h 32m
8 AM
1h 46m
10 AM
1h 37m
12 PM
1h 36m
3 PM
1h 38m
5 PM
1h 46m
8 PM
1h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cherry Valley, CA
Pham Ngoc Anh
Los Angeles, CA
Stephen Leonardi
Trip Overview
If you are traveling from Cherry Valley to Los Angeles, expect a direct 77.6-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 32 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited as a single-day excursion, as it connects two points within the Pacific Coast region. You will primarily navigate via the San Bernardino Freeway, the Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway, and the I-10 Metro ExpressLanes. Budgeting approximately $11 for fuel makes this an accessible trip for a quick commute or a day of city exploration. Because the route is efficient and straightforward, you do not need to worry about splitting it into multiple days. It serves as a practical link between the quieter outskirts and the dense urban core of Southern California.
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
38.8 miles from Cherry Valley, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive is a quintessential highway-focused experience, with 71% of the route spent on major thoroughfares. You will spend a significant portion of your time on the San Bernardino Freeway, which features the longest uninterrupted stretch of 45.3 miles. The road maintains a consistent, fast-paced rhythm that is typical of high-traffic interstate travel in this state. While you won't encounter winding backroads, you should be prepared for the steady flow of high-speed transit that defines this corridor. The transition from the inland landscape into the sprawling metropolitan environment of Los Angeles happens steadily as you move through these major freeway systems.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
San Bernardino Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 45.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on San Bernardino Freeway and Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 35.7 miles in near I 10 EXPR / I-10 Metro ExpressLanes.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 77.6 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: at 35.7 miles (I 10 EXPR / I-10 Metro ExpressLanes): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.4 miles (I 10 / San Bernardino Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 50.2 miles (I 10 / San Bernardino Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 22 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
35.7 mi into trip
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~43m in
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I 10 EXPR / I-10 Metro ExpressLanes
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10 EXPR / I-10 Metro ExpressLanes
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
48.4 mi into trip
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~57m in
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I 10 / San Bernardino Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10 / San Bernardino Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
50.2 mi into trip
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~59m in
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I 10 / San Bernardino Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10 / San Bernardino Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
52.2 mi into trip
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~1h 1m in
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I 10 / San Bernardino Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10 / San Bernardino Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
76.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 30m in
Take the exit toward Alameda Street, Union Station
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 2B
Toward Alameda Street, Union Station
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| San Bernardino Freeway | 45.3 mi | 52m |
| Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway | 18.1 mi | 20m |
| I-10 Metro ExpressLanes | 9.3 mi | 9m |
| Cherry Valley Boulevard | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Santa Ana Freeway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North Los Angeles Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Beaumont Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Arcadia Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
San Bernardino Freeway
— 45.3 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cherry Valley, CA and Los Angeles, CA.
1
Start on Beaumont Avenue
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Beaumont Avenue
2
Turn right onto Cherry Valley Boulevard
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Cherry Valley Boulevard
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 10 West: Redlands
4
Merge onto I 10
18 mi
·
20 min
·
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Continue on I 10
14 mi
·
15 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10 EXPR
9.3 mi
·
9 min
·
I-10 Metro ExpressLanes
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 10
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
Use the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
16
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
2.6 mi
·
2 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
Use the slight right lane.
19
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
12 mi
·
14 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Merge onto US 101
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
Santa Ana Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 2B
Toward Alameda Street, Union Station
Use the slight right lane.
22
Continue on I 10 EXPR
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
East Arcadia Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
23
Turn left onto North Los Angeles Street
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
North Los Angeles Street
24
Turn right onto East 1st Street
461 ft
·
17 sec
·
East 1st Street
25
Arrive at destination
West 1st Street
Trip Plan
Since this 77.6-mile journey is highly efficient, you have plenty of flexibility in your scheduling to avoid the heaviest traffic patterns. Planning your departure to sidestep peak congestion hours will make your time behind the wheel much more manageable. Because there are no mandatory stops required for this 1 hour and 32 minute duration, you can easily complete the drive in one go without needing to build in rest breaks. Keep your $11 fuel budget in mind, and ensure your vehicle is topped off before heading out to maintain steady progress. As a specific tip for this route, pay close attention to the signage for the I-10 Metro ExpressLanes, as understanding their access points ahead of time will help you navigate the final approach into Los Angeles with greater ease.
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 38.8 miles from Cherry Valley, CA, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 45.3 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 77.6 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.8 miles or 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Los Angeles, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cherry Valley, 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 Cherry Valley, CA
This is one driving day of about 77.6 miles and 1h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cherry Valley, 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 San Bernardino Freeway for about 45.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38.8 mi from Cherry Valley, CA · 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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 77.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38.8 miles from Cherry Valley, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Los Angeles, CA
The final approach into Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles, 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
$17.97 one way
$35.94 round trip
$5.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.07 | $18.53 | $37.06 |
| premium | $6.24 | $19.07 | $38.15 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $17.24 | $34.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.3 | 0 | $8.15 | $3.72 |
| Efficient EV | 19.4 | 0 | $6.79 | $3.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31 | 0 | $10.86 | $4.97 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Los Angeles, CA
Late night in Los Angeles on Monday
Local time
4:42 AM
PDT
Current temp
51°F
Mostly Clear
0 mph
13% chance
Live forecast
Winter Weather Advisory
Winter Weather Advisory issued April 13 at 12:17AM PDT until April 13 at 7:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
Winter Weather Advisory
Winter Weather Advisory issued April 13 at 12:17AM PDT until April 13 at 7:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 32m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Cherry Valley, CA to Los Angeles, CA covers 77.6 miles and takes about 1h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are San Bernardino Freeway, Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway, I-10 Metro ExpressLanes. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 38.8 miles from Cherry Valley, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.97 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 22 significant decision points across 77.6 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: at 35.7 miles (I 10 EXPR / I-10 Metro ExpressLanes): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.4 miles (I 10 / San Bernardino Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 50.2 miles (I 10 / San Bernardino Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Cherry Valley, CA to Los Angeles, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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