Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
68.6 mi
110 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
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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Barstow, CA
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This 68.6-mile drive from Fontana, CA to Barstow, CA is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 17 minutes. It’s a perfect candidate for a day trip, requiring no overnight stays. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $16, making it an economical option. You'll primarily navigate via Sierra Avenue and I-15 North, with a segment on Ontario Freeway. Given its relatively short length and urban/suburban starting points within the Pacific Coast region, this drive offers a practical transition towards inland California.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 17m. Total distance: 68.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Straightforward navigation.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 68.6-mile trip, with no highway percentage to speak of. While the total duration is just over an hour, the frequent turns mean you’ll be engaging with the road more than a typical interstate cruise. The profile suggests a route where you'll be making consistent directional adjustments, characteristic of navigating through developed areas rather than open stretches. There isn't a 'longest stretch' noted, indicating a continuous series of intersections and changes in street names.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Barstow and Mojave Freeway and Sierra Avenue. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Sierra Avenue.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 17m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Sierra Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.4 miles (I 15 / Ontario Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 67.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto Sierra Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 15 / Ontario Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward CA 247 South: Barstow Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto CA 247 / Barstow Road
Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn right onto CR 66; US 66 Hist / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Barstow and Mojave Freeway | 51.7 mi | 55m |
| Sierra Avenue | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| CHP Officer Larry L. Wetterling and San Bernardino County Sheriff's Lieutenant Alfred E. Stewart Memorial Highway | 5.4 mi | 5m |
| Ontario Freeway | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| Barstow Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Merrill Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Fontana, CA and Barstow, CA.
Start on Merrill Avenue
Turn right onto Sierra Avenue
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 15
Continue on I 15
Continue on I 15; US 66 Hist; US 91 Hist; US 395 Hist
Continue on I 15; US 66 Hist
Take the exit
Turn left onto CA 247
At end of road, turn right onto CR 66; US 66 Hist
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.3 mi from Fontana, CA · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 34.3 miles from Fontana, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Barstow, 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
$15.77 one way
$31.53 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $16.25 | $32.50 |
| premium | $6.18 | $16.68 | $33.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.15 | $30.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$16
Estimated CO2 emission: 24 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.20 | $3.29 |
| Efficient EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.00 | $2.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.4 | 0 | $9.60 | $4.39 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Morning in Fontana on Friday
Local time
6:56 AM
PDT
Current temp
74°F
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Destination
Morning in Barstow on Friday
Local time
6:56 AM
PDT
Current temp
71°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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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