Origin
Fontana, CA
Afternoon in Fontana on Thursday
Local time
12:49 PM
PDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fontana, CA to Hawthorne, CA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
62.9 mi
101 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fontana, CA
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Hawthorne, CA
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Trip Overview
Spanning 62.9 miles across the Pacific Coast region, this drive from Fontana to Hawthorne typically takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes. It is a straightforward trip that functions perfectly as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. You should budget approximately $15 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating this route involves a combination of local streets like Sierra Avenue and major arteries including I-10 West and the San Bernardino Freeway. Because the trip is relatively short, it offers a practical way to traverse this part of California without requiring extensive travel time.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 15m. Total distance: 62.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous highway cruise. While you will utilize the San Bernardino Freeway and I-10 West, the route does not feature a high percentage of highway travel, requiring you to stay alert through various intersections and turns. Since there are no designated stops scheduled along the 62.9-mile path, the journey feels more like an active transit through urban corridors than a leisurely scenic tour. The road's personality shifts as you move away from Fontana, transitioning from local streets into the busier freeway segments heading toward Hawthorne. Keep your eyes on the road, as the technical nature of these local transitions demands consistent focus behind the wheel.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Sierra 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Fontana, CA to Hawthorne, CA is easy. At 1h 15m 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 Fontana, CA to Hawthorne, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sierra Avenue | — | — |
| I 10 West | — | — |
| San Bernardino Freeway | — | — |
| I-10 | — | — |
| I 605 | — | — |
| I 605 South | — | — |
| San Gabriel River Freeway | — | — |
| I 105 West | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Sierra Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fontana, CA and Hawthorne, CA.
1
Start on Merrill Avenue
207 ft
·
9 sec
·
Merrill Avenue
2
Turn left onto Sierra Avenue
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Sierra Avenue
3
Take the ramp slight right toward I 10 West: Los Angeles
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
I 10 West: Los Angeles
4
Merge slight left onto San Bernardino Freeway
5.8 mi
·
6 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
5
Keep slight left to continue on I-10 Metro ExpressLanes
9.3 mi
·
9 min
·
I-10 Metro ExpressLanes
6
Merge slight right onto San Bernardino Freeway
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
7
Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
8
Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
9
Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
10
Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
11
Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
12
Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
13
Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
14
Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
15
Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
16
Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
17
Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
18
Take the exit slight right toward I 605: San Gabriel River Freeway
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
I 605: San Gabriel River Freeway
19
Keep slight left to continue on I 605 South: San Bernardino
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
I 605 South: San Bernardino
20
Merge slight left onto San Gabriel River Freeway
12 mi
·
13 min
·
San Gabriel River Freeway
21
Take the exit slight right toward I 105 West: Imperial Highway
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
I 105 West: Imperial Highway
22
Keep slight left to continue on I 105 West
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 105 West
23
Merge slight left onto Century Freeway
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Century Freeway
24
Take the exit slight right toward Crenshaw Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
Crenshaw Boulevard
25
Turn left onto Crenshaw Boulevard
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Crenshaw Boulevard
26
Turn right onto West El Segundo Boulevard
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
West El Segundo Boulevard
27
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.4 mi from Fontana, CA · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.4 miles from Fontana, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hawthorne, CA
The final approach into Hawthorne, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.46 one way
$28.91 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $14.90 | $29.80 |
| premium | $6.18 | $15.30 | $30.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.89 | $27.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$14
Estimated CO2 emission: 22 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.9 | 0 | $6.60 | $3.02 |
| Efficient EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.50 | $2.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.2 | 0 | $8.81 | $4.03 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Hawthorne, CA
Afternoon in Hawthorne on Thursday
Local time
12:49 PM
PDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
8 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 15m 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 Fontana, CA to Hawthorne, CA covers 62.9 miles and takes about 1h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sierra Avenue, I 10 West, San Bernardino Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.4 miles from Fontana, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.46 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 Fontana, CA to Hawthorne, CA is easy. At 1h 15m 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 Fontana, CA to Hawthorne, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Fontana, CA to Hawthorne, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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