Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
60.1 mi
97 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Westmont, CA
Stephen Leonardi
Fontana, CA to Westmont, CA is 60.1 miles and takes about 1 hour 13 minutes via the San Bernardino Freeway, San Gabriel River Freeway, and Century Freeway, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within California's Pacific Coast region, offering a straightforward journey between two points in the expansive Southern California area. It's a practical route for connecting different parts of the region without venturing into drastically different landscapes. Expect a typical urban and suburban driving experience, consistent with the heavily developed nature of this part of the state. Consider this trip for its directness and efficiency.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 13m. Total distance: 60.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This route is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 91% of the journey utilizing major freeways. You'll experience a significant stretch of the San Bernardino Freeway, including a continuous 23.5-mile segment without needing to exit. The character of the drive is consistent, dominated by the high-speed, multi-lane environment of Southern California's freeway system. While the landscape itself isn't the main feature, the constant flow of traffic and the urban-to-suburban transition are characteristic of this type of drive.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on San Bernardino Freeway and San Gabriel River Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 34.8 miles in.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 60.1 miles you will encounter 28 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 34.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 35 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 47.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit toward I 605: San Gabriel River Freeway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork toward I 605 South: San Bernardino
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork toward I 105 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Vermont Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto South Vermont Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| San Bernardino Freeway | 23.5 mi | 27m |
| San Gabriel River Freeway | 11.6 mi | 13m |
| Century Freeway | 10.3 mi | 11m |
| I-10 Metro ExpressLanes | 9.3 mi | 9m |
| Sierra Avenue | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| South Normandie Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Imperial Highway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| West 105th Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Fontana, CA and Westmont, CA.
Start on Merrill Avenue
Turn left onto Sierra Avenue
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10 EXPR
Merge onto I 10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 605
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 105
Take the exit
Turn right onto South Vermont Avenue
Turn left onto West Imperial Highway
Turn right onto South Normandie Avenue
Turn left onto West 105th Street
Turn right
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.1 mi from Fontana, CA · 35m 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.
A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 30.1 miles from Fontana, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Westmont, 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.
Regular Gas
$13.81 one way
$27.63 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $14.23 | $28.47 |
| premium | $6.18 | $14.62 | $29.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.27 | $26.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$14
Estimated CO2 emission: 21 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18 | 0 | $6.31 | $2.88 |
| Efficient EV | 15 | 0 | $5.26 | $2.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24 | 0 | $8.41 | $3.85 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Fontana on Saturday
Local time
1:15 AM
PDT
Current temp
52°F
Clear
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 17 at 7:10PM PDT until April 18 at 8:00AM PDT by NWS Eureka CA
Destination
Late night in Westmont on Saturday
Local time
1:15 AM
PDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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