Origin
Culver City, CA
Afternoon in Culver City on Sunday
Local time
1:37 PM
PDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Culver City, CA to Fontana, CA
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
60.7 mi
98 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 24m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Culver City, CA
Stephen Leonardi
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Culver City to Fontana, you are looking at a 60.7-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 13 minutes. This route is entirely contained within the Pacific Coast region of California, making it a straightforward trip that is easily manageable as a single-day excursion. You will rely primarily on the Santa Monica Freeway and the San Bernardino Freeway, utilizing the I-10 Metro ExpressLanes to navigate the urban landscape. With an estimated fuel cost of $14, this is a budget-friendly drive that does not require an overnight stay. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a day of activities, this highway-focused path provides a direct connection between your starting point and your destination.
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
30.4 miles from Culver City, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 37m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a high-speed, highway-focused experience, as roughly 95% of this 60.7-mile route is conducted on major interstates. The personality of this drive is defined by a consistent, efficient pace rather than winding scenic detours. You will spend a significant portion of your time on the San Bernardino Freeway, which features the longest uninterrupted stretch of the trip at 36.2 miles. Because the road is designed for heavy traffic flow, the experience is largely a functional interstate grind. You should prepare for a focused, high-speed transit that stays on major thoroughfares from start to finish.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 29 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 36.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on San Bernardino Freeway and Santa Monica Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near National Boulevard.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 27 significant decision points across 60.7 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 0.8 miles (National Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.4 miles (I 10 / Santa Monica Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 27 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.8 mi into trip
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~1m in
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National Boulevard
Turn left onto National Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
0.9 mi into trip
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~2m in
Turn left toward I 10 East: Santa Monica Freeway, Los Angeles
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 10 East: Santa Monica Freeway, Los Ang...
8
5.4 mi into trip
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~7m in
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I 10 / Santa Monica Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10 / Santa Monica Freeway toward Western Avenue, Normandie Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Western Avenue, Normandie Avenue
8
12.7 mi into trip
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~16m in
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I 10
Take the exit onto I 10 toward I 10 East: San Bernardino Freeway, San Bernardino
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 135C
Toward I 10 East: San Bernardino Freeway, San B...
8
58.9 mi into trip
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~1h 10m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Sierra Avenue North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward Sierra Avenue North
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Culver City, CA to Fontana, CA, road signs begin pointing toward San Bernardino along the way.
San Bernardino
12.7 mi in
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~16m
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via I 10
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| San Bernardino Freeway | 36.2 mi | 41m |
| Santa Monica Freeway | 10.6 mi | 12m |
| I-10 Metro ExpressLanes | 9 mi | 9m |
| Sierra Avenue | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Golden State Freeway | 1 mi | 1m |
| I 10 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Culver Boulevard | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Venice Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
San Bernardino Freeway
— 36.2 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Culver City, CA and Fontana, CA.
1
Start on Duquesne Avenue
33 ft
·
3 sec
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Duquesne Avenue
2
Turn right onto Culver Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Culver Boulevard
Use the none lane.
3
Turn right onto Venice Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Venice Boulevard
Use the right lane.
4
Turn left onto National Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
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National Boulevard
Use the none lane.
5
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 10 East: Santa Monica Freeway, Los Angeles
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 10
4.2 mi
·
4 min
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Santa Monica Freeway
Use the none lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Santa Monica Freeway
Toward Western Avenue, Normandie Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto I 10
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Santa Monica Freeway
Use the none lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Santa Monica Freeway
Use the slight left lane.
10
Merge onto I 5; I 10
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Golden State Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit onto I 10
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 10
Exit 135C
Toward I 10 East: San Bernardino Freeway, San Bernardino
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 10
8.3 mi
·
9 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
Use the none lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
Use the none lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
Use the none lane.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
Use the none lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
Use the none lane.
18
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
Use the slight right lane.
19
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
Use the none lane.
20
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
Use the none lane.
22
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
23
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10 EXPR
9.0 mi
·
9 min
·
I-10 Metro ExpressLanes
Use the slight left lane.
24
Merge onto I 10
6.5 mi
·
7 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
Use the none lane.
25
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 64
Toward Sierra Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Keep slight left at fork
448 ft
·
12 sec
Toward Sierra Avenue North
Use the left lane.
27
Turn slight left onto Sierra Avenue
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Sierra Avenue
Use the left lane.
28
Turn right onto Merrill Avenue
205 ft
·
4 sec
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Merrill Avenue
Use the none lane.
29
Arrive at destination
Merrill Avenue
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short 1 hour and 13-minute drive, you have the flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule rather than worrying about long-distance pacing. Since the route consists of 0 planned stops, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you hit the road to keep your $14 travel budget on track. Keep a close eye on traffic patterns along the I-10 corridor, as the reliance on major freeways means conditions can change quickly during peak hours. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to verify the status of the I-10 Metro ExpressLanes before you leave, as they can significantly impact your travel time across these 60.7 miles.
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 30.4 miles from Culver City, CA, or about 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36.2 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 60.7 miles or 1h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 30.4 miles or 37m 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 1m
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 Culver City, 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 Culver City, CA
This is one driving day of about 60.7 miles and 1h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Culver City, 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 36.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.4 mi from Culver City, CA · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 60.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.4 miles from Culver City, 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
$14.06 one way
$28.11 round trip
$5.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.07 | $14.50 | $28.99 |
| premium | $6.24 | $14.92 | $29.84 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $13.49 | $26.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.37 | $2.91 |
| Efficient EV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.31 | $2.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.3 | 0 | $8.50 | $3.88 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Fontana, CA
Afternoon in Fontana on Sunday
Local time
1:37 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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 13m 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 Culver City, CA to Fontana, CA covers 60.7 miles and takes about 1h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are San Bernardino Freeway, Santa Monica Freeway, 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 30.4 miles from Culver City, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.06 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 27 significant decision points across 60.7 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 0.8 miles (National Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.4 miles (I 10 / Santa Monica Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Culver City, CA to Fontana, CA, road signs begin pointing toward San Bernardino along the way.
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