Origin
Chino Hills, CA
Afternoon in Chino Hills on Sunday
Local time
1:44 PM
PDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chino Hills, CA to San Bernardino, CA
Drive Time
43m
Distance
37 mi
59 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good 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 40m
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6 AM
0h 43m
8 AM
0h 50m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 45m
3 PM
0h 46m
5 PM
0h 50m
8 PM
0h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chino Hills, CA
Tori Pezzulla❤️
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Chino Hills to San Bernardino, expect a straightforward 37-mile journey that typically takes about 43 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it does not require an overnight stay. You will navigate primarily through local roads like Grand Avenue, Chino Hills Parkway, and Phillips Ranch Road, keeping you within the Pacific Coast region for the duration of the trip. With a fuel budget of just $5, it remains a very affordable local commute. Consider this route if you need a reliable connection between these two Southern California points without the complexity of a long-distance haul.
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
18.5 miles from Chino Hills, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 37-mile path is defined by its turn-heavy, local nature rather than high-speed highway cruising. Because the highway share is 0%, you should prepare for a drive dominated by neighborhood streets and local intersections. You will not encounter any long, uninterrupted stretches, as the road consists entirely of connected local segments like Grand Avenue and Chino Hills Parkway. Navigating this route requires constant attention to local traffic patterns and turns, making it feel more like a suburban commute than a cross-country trek. Expect a consistent, hands-on driving experience from start to finish.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Grand Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Chino Hills, CA to San Bernardino, CA is easy. At 43m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Chino Hills, CA to San Bernardino, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Chino Hills Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Phillips Ranch Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| CA 60 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pomona Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 215 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Riverside Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| San Bernardino Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Grand Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chino Hills, CA and San Bernardino, CA.
1
Start on the route
397 ft
·
31 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right onto Grand Avenue
525 ft
·
11 sec
·
Grand Avenue
3
Turn left onto Chino Hills Parkway
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Chino Hills Parkway
4
Continue on Phillips Ranch Road
259 ft
·
4 sec
·
Phillips Ranch Road
5
Take the ramp slight right toward CA 60 East: Riverside
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
CA 60 East: Riverside
6
Merge slight left onto Pomona Freeway
24 mi
·
27 min
·
Pomona Freeway
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 215 North: San Bernardino
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
I 215 North: San Bernardino
8
Merge slight left onto Riverside Freeway
5.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Riverside Freeway
9
Continue on San Bernardino Freeway
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
10
Take the exit slight right toward 5th Street, Civic Center
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
5th Street, Civic Center
11
Turn right onto West 5th Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West 5th Street
12
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 43-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Because you will be navigating local roads, keep an eye on traffic signals and turning maneuvers throughout the 37-mile duration. There are no planned stops on this route, allowing you to complete the drive in one efficient go. Budgeting $5 for fuel should be more than enough to cover your transit between Chino Hills and San Bernardino. To ensure a smooth experience, verify your navigation before leaving, as the reliance on local roads like Phillips Ranch Road means there are many turns to follow along the way.
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 18.5 miles from Chino Hills, CA, or about 21m into the drive.
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 37 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 18.5 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near San Bernardino, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Chino Hills, 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 Chino Hills, CA
This is one driving day of about 37 miles and 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Chino Hills, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.5 mi from Chino Hills, CA · 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.5 miles from Chino Hills, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in San Bernardino, CA
The final approach into San Bernardino, 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 San Bernardino, 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
$8.57 one way
$17.14 round trip
$5.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.07 | $8.84 | $17.67 |
| premium | $6.24 | $9.09 | $18.19 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $8.22 | $16.44 |
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: 12.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.89 | $1.78 |
| Efficient EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.24 | $1.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.18 | $2.37 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
San Bernardino, CA
Afternoon in San Bernardino on Sunday
Local time
1:44 PM
PDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
52°F
Riverside, CA
19 mi in
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
43m 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 Chino Hills, CA to San Bernardino, CA covers 37 miles and takes about 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Grand Avenue, Chino Hills Parkway, Phillips Ranch Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.5 miles from Chino Hills, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.57 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.
The drive from Chino Hills, CA to San Bernardino, CA is easy. At 43m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Chino Hills, CA to San Bernardino, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Chino Hills, CA to San Bernardino, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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