Drive Time
1h 43m
Distance
89.9 mi
145 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
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 .
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.
| 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 |
Step-by-step road directions between Los Angeles, CA and Cabazon, CA.
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.
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.
Open the route before leaving Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles, CA
This is one driving day of about 89.9 miles and 1h 43m.
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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 44.9 miles from Los Angeles, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Regular Gas
$12.21 one way
$24.42 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.85 | $13.63 | $27.25 |
| premium | $4.15 | $14.69 | $29.38 |
| diesel | $3.75 | $13.27 | $26.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.5 kg one way.
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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Morning in Los Angeles on Saturday
Local time
8:39 AM
PDT
Current temp
77°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Morning in Cabazon on Saturday
Local time
8:39 AM
PDT
Current temp
52°F
Forecast unavailable right now
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
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
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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