Origin
Los Angeles, CA
Afternoon in Los Angeles on Sunday
Local time
3:43 PM
PDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Los Angeles, CA to Cabazon, CA
Drive Time
1h 43m
Distance
89.9 mi
145 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 36m
★
6 AM
1h 44m
8 AM
1h 59m
10 AM
1h 49m
12 PM
1h 47m
3 PM
1h 50m
5 PM
1h 58m
8 PM
1h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Los Angeles, CA
Stephen Leonardi
Cabazon, CA
Abhishek Navlakha
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick getaway from Los Angeles to Cabazon, you can expect an efficient 89.9-mile trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 43 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it is a straightforward drive that doesn't require an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize the San Bernardino Freeway, the Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway, and the I-10 Metro ExpressLanes to navigate out of the Pacific Coast region. With a fuel budget of approximately $12, this is a budget-friendly way to move between these two points in California. Since the trip covers 0 planned stops, you have the flexibility to power through the entire stretch in one go or customize your own breaks as needed.
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
44.9 miles from Los Angeles, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a classic highway-focused experience, as 61% of this journey is spent on major thoroughfares. The road feels like a standard interstate grind, moving you quickly across the landscape rather than winding through secondary roads. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on the San Bernardino Freeway, where you will cover 45.1 miles of steady highway driving. Because the profile is strictly centered on high-speed transit, you should prepare for a consistent, functional pace behind the wheel. The transition between these points is seamless, keeping you on well-maintained, high-capacity roads for the duration of your trip.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
San Bernardino Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 45.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on San Bernardino Freeway and Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Main Street.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 89.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (East Aliso Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.7 miles (I 10 / San Bernardino Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 24 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Main Street
Turn left onto North Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Aliso Street
Turn right onto East Aliso Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
10.7 mi into trip
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~13m in
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I 10 / San Bernardino Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10 / San Bernardino Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
14.8 mi into trip
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~18m in
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I 10 / San Bernardino Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10 / San Bernardino Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
88.2 mi into trip
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~1h 40m in
Take the exit toward Morongo Trail
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 104
Toward Morongo Trail
Towns Along This Route
Between Los Angeles, CA and Cabazon, CA, road signs point toward Redlands and Palm Springs.
Redlands
55.5 mi in
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~1h 4m
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via I 10
Palm Springs
55.5 mi in
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~1h 4m
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via I 10
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| San Bernardino Freeway | 45.1 mi | 51m |
| Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway | 32.7 mi | 36m |
| I-10 Metro ExpressLanes | 9 mi | 9m |
| Main Street | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Santa Ana Freeway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Pecan Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Aliso Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
San Bernardino Freeway
— 45.1 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Los Angeles, CA and Cabazon, CA.
1
Start on West 1st Street
69 ft
·
9 sec
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West 1st Street
2
Turn left onto North Main Street
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
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North Main Street
Use the left lane.
3
Turn right onto East Aliso Street
338 ft
·
13 sec
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East Aliso Street
Use the right lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Toward US 101 South, I 10 East, I 5 South
5
Merge onto US 101
0.6 mi
·
51 sec
·
Santa Ana Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 1D
Toward I 10 East: San Bernardino
7
Continue on San Bernardino Freeway
9.3 mi
·
10 min
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San Bernardino Freeway
Toward I 10 East
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
Use the none lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
Use the none lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
Use the none lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
Use the none lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
Use the none lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
Use the none lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
Use the none lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10 EXPR
9.0 mi
·
9 min
·
I-10 Metro ExpressLanes
Use the slight left lane.
19
Merge onto I 10
14 mi
·
16 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
Use the none lane.
20
Continue on I 10
33 mi
·
36 min
·
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
Toward Redlands, Palm Springs
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 104
Toward Morongo Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Keep slight right at fork
287 ft
·
8 sec
23
Enter roundabout onto Main Street
142 ft
·
8 sec
·
Main Street
24
Continue on Main Street
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
25
Turn left onto Pecan Street
504 ft
·
26 sec
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Pecan Street
26
At end of road, turn right onto Ramona Street
56 ft
·
2 sec
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Ramona Street
27
Arrive at destination
Ramona Street
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short drive, you have the luxury of choosing a departure time that avoids the worst of the regional traffic congestion. Keep in mind that while the route is simple, the reliance on high-speed freeways means staying alert to changing traffic patterns is essential. Since you have 89.9 miles to cover without any pre-planned stops, consider topping off your tank before leaving Los Angeles to keep your $12 fuel estimate accurate. Use the flexibility of this short travel time to your advantage by planning your arrival to coincide with your specific goals in Cabazon. Monitoring the I-10 conditions before you head out will help ensure your 1 hour and 43 minute travel time remains consistent.
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 44.9 miles from Los Angeles, CA, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 45.1 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 80 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.9 miles or 52m 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cabazon, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles, CA
This is one driving day of about 89.9 miles and 1h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Los Angeles, 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 San Bernardino Freeway for about 45.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44.9 mi from Los Angeles, CA · 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 44.9 miles from Los Angeles, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cabazon, CA
The final approach into Cabazon, 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 Cabazon, 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
$20.82 one way
$41.64 round trip
$5.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.07 | $21.47 | $42.94 |
| premium | $6.24 | $22.10 | $44.19 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $19.97 | $39.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27 | 0 | $9.44 | $4.32 |
| Efficient EV | 22.5 | 0 | $7.87 | $3.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36 | 0 | $12.59 | $5.75 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (65% 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
Cabazon, CA
Afternoon in Cabazon on Sunday
Local time
3:43 PM
PDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
77°F
Ontario, CA
45 mi in
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
25 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 43m 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 Los Angeles, CA to Cabazon, CA covers 89.9 miles and takes about 1h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are San Bernardino Freeway, Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway, I-10 Metro ExpressLanes. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 44.9 miles from Los Angeles, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.82 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 is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 89.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (East Aliso Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.7 miles (I 10 / San Bernardino Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Los Angeles, CA and Cabazon, CA, road signs point toward Redlands and Palm Springs.
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