Origin
Fontana, CA
Afternoon in Fontana on Wednesday
Local time
2:10 PM
PDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fontana, CA to Clovis, CA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
5h 6m
Distance
267.8 mi
431 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$62
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 53m
★
6 AM
5h 7m
8 AM
5h 34m
10 AM
5h 16m
12 PM
5h 14m
3 PM
5h 18m
5 PM
5h 33m
8 PM
4h 59m
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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Clovis, CA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Fontana, CA to Clovis, CA covers 267.8 miles and takes about 5h 6m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Sierra Avenue, CA 210 West, Foothill Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $61.55 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
133.9 miles from Fontana, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 33m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 5h 6m drive with frequent turns across 267.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 6m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Fontana, CA to Clovis, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sierra Avenue | — | — |
| CA 210 West | — | — |
| Foothill Freeway | — | — |
| Golden State Freeway | — | — |
| Golden State Highway | — | — |
| Clovis Avenue | — | — |
| South Clovis Avenue | — | — |
| 4th Street | — | — |
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 Clovis, CA.
1
Start on Merrill Avenue
207 ft
·
6 sec
·
Merrill Avenue
2
Turn right onto Sierra Avenue
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Sierra Avenue
3
Take the ramp slight right toward CA 210 West
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
CA 210 West
4
Merge slight left onto Foothill Freeway
15 mi
·
17 min
·
Foothill Freeway
5
Keep slight right to continue on Foothill Freeway
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Foothill Freeway
6
Keep slight right to continue on Foothill Freeway
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Foothill Freeway
7
Keep slight right to continue on Foothill Freeway
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Foothill Freeway
8
Keep slight right to continue on Foothill Freeway
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Foothill Freeway
9
Keep slight right to continue on Foothill Freeway
20 mi
·
23 min
·
Foothill Freeway
10
Keep slight right to continue on Foothill Freeway
26 mi
·
29 min
·
Foothill Freeway
11
Keep slight right
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
12
Merge slight right
1.0 mi
·
1 min
13
Keep slight left
36 mi
·
41 min
14
Keep slight left to continue on Golden State Freeway
22 mi
·
25 min
·
Golden State Freeway
15
Keep slight left to continue on Golden State Freeway
27 mi
·
30 min
·
Golden State Freeway
16
Keep slight left to continue on Golden State Freeway
6.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Golden State Freeway
17
Continue on Golden State Highway
91 mi
·
1 hr 37 min
·
Golden State Highway
18
Take the exit slight right toward Clovis Avenue
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Clovis Avenue
19
Keep slight right
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
20
Turn straight onto South Clovis Avenue
13 mi
·
19 min
·
South Clovis Avenue
21
Turn left onto 4th Street
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
4th Street
22
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 133.9 miles from Fontana, CA, or about 2h 33m 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 59 miles or 1h 7m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 133.9 miles or 2h 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clovis, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Fontana, CA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Fontana, CA
This is one driving day of about 267.8 miles and 5h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 59 miles from Fontana, CA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 133.9 mi from Fontana, CA · 2h 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
134 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 59 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 133.9 miles from Fontana, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Clovis, CA
The final approach into Clovis, 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 Clovis, 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
$61.55 one way
$123.10 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
94 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $63.43 | $126.86 |
| premium | $6.18 | $65.13 | $130.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $59.13 | $118.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$62
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$87–$112
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 93.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 80.3 | 0 | $28.12 | $12.85 |
| Efficient EV | 67 | 0 | $23.43 | $10.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 107.1 | 1 | $37.49 | $17.14 |
Gas CO2
94 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Clovis, CA
Afternoon in Clovis on Wednesday
Local time
2:10 PM
PDT
Current temp
50°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
26 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
5h 6m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 Clovis, CA covers 267.8 miles and takes about 5h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sierra Avenue, CA 210 West, Foothill Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 133.9 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 $61.55 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 5h 6m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Fontana, CA to Clovis, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Fontana, CA to Clovis, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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