Origin
Lancaster, CA
Evening in Lancaster on Tuesday
Local time
8:56 PM
PDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lancaster, CA to Kinneloa Mesa, CA
Data updated 3 hours ago
Drive Time
1h 29m
Distance
58.7 mi
95 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 43m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 33m
3 PM
1h 35m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lancaster, CA
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Kinneloa Mesa, CA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Lancaster, CA to Kinneloa Mesa, CA covers 58.7 miles and takes about 1h 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Angeles Forest Highway, Sierra Highway, Angeles Crest Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 24.6 miles on Angeles Forest Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.49 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
29.4 miles from Lancaster, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 42m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 1h 29m drive with frequent turns across 58.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Angeles Forest Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 24.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 12.5 miles in near US 6 Hist / Sierra Highway.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 58.7 miles you will encounter 10 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 12.5 miles (US 6 Hist / Sierra Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.7 miles (N3; FH 59 / Angeles Forest Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 52.3 miles (I 210 / Foothill Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
12.5 mi into trip
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~17m in
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US 6 Hist / Sierra Highway
At end of road, turn right onto US 6 Hist / Sierra Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
13.7 mi into trip
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~19m in
|
N3; FH 59 / Angeles Forest Highway
Turn left onto N3; FH 59 / Angeles Forest Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
52.3 mi into trip
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~1h 18m in
|
I 210 / Foothill Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 210 / Foothill Freeway toward CA 134 West, I 210 East: San Bernardino, Ventura
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward CA 134 West, I 210 East: San Bernardino,...
7
56 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Take the exit toward San Gabriel Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 29A
Toward San Gabriel Boulevard
6
57.5 mi into trip
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~1h 25m in
|
Sierra Madre Villa Avenue
Turn left onto Sierra Madre Villa Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Lancaster, CA to Kinneloa Mesa, CA, road signs begin pointing toward Ventura along the way.
Ventura
52.3 mi in
|
~1h 18m
|
via I 210
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Angeles Forest Highway | 24.6 mi | 36m |
| Sierra Highway | 13.7 mi | 19m |
| Angeles Crest Highway | 9.3 mi | 16m |
| Foothill Freeway | 8.1 mi | 9m |
| North Sierra Madre Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Sierra Madre Villa Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| Vosburg Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Angeles Forest Highway
— 24.6 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lancaster, CA and Kinneloa Mesa, CA.
1
Start on US 6 Hist
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Sierra Highway
Use the left lane.
2
At end of road, turn right onto US 6 Hist
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Sierra Highway
Use the right lane.
3
Turn left onto N3; FH 59
25 mi
·
36 min
·
Angeles Forest Highway
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto CA 2
9.3 mi
·
16 min
·
Angeles Crest Highway
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 210 East: Pasadena
6
Merge onto I 210
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Foothill Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 210
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Foothill Freeway
Toward CA 134 West, I 210 East: San Bernardino, Ventura
Use the slight right lane.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 29A
Toward San Gabriel Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn slight left onto North Sierra Madre Boulevard
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
North Sierra Madre Boulevard
Use the straight / left lanes.
10
Turn slight left
389 ft
·
17 sec
11
Turn left onto Sierra Madre Villa Avenue
255 ft
·
9 sec
·
Sierra Madre Villa Avenue
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on Sierra Madre Villa Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Sierra Madre Villa Avenue
13
Turn left onto Vosburg Street
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Vosburg Street
14
Turn slight left
90 ft
·
6 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
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 29.4 miles from Lancaster, CA, or about 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.6 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 58.7 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.4 miles or 42m 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 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kinneloa Mesa, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lancaster, 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 Lancaster, CA
This is one driving day of about 58.7 miles and 1h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lancaster, 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 Angeles Forest Highway for about 24.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.4 mi from Lancaster, CA · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 58.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.4 miles from Lancaster, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Kinneloa Mesa, CA
The final approach into Kinneloa Mesa, 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 Kinneloa Mesa, 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
$13.49 one way
$26.98 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $13.90 | $27.81 |
| premium | $6.18 | $14.28 | $28.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.96 | $25.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.5 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 | 17.6 | 0 | $6.16 | $2.82 |
| Efficient EV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.14 | $2.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.5 | 0 | $8.22 | $3.76 |
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
Kinneloa Mesa, CA
Evening in Kinneloa Mesa on Tuesday
Local time
8:56 PM
PDT
Current temp
84°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
41 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 29m 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 Lancaster, CA to Kinneloa Mesa, CA covers 58.7 miles and takes about 1h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Angeles Forest Highway, Sierra Highway, Angeles Crest Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.4 miles from Lancaster, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.49 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 58.7 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 12.5 miles (US 6 Hist / Sierra Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.7 miles (N3; FH 59 / Angeles Forest Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 52.3 miles (I 210 / Foothill Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Lancaster, CA to Kinneloa Mesa, CA, road signs begin pointing toward Ventura along the way.
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