Origin
Ontario, CA
Late night in Ontario on Saturday
Local time
4:43 AM
PDT
Current temp
52°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Ontario, CA to Black Meadow Landing, CA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 9m
Distance
250.9 mi
404 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$58
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 56m
★
6 AM
5h 10m
8 AM
5h 37m
10 AM
5h 19m
12 PM
5h 16m
3 PM
5h 21m
5 PM
5h 35m
8 PM
5h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ontario, CA
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Black Meadow Landing, CA
David McElwee
Trip Overview
Ontario, CA to Black Meadow Landing, CA is 250.9 miles and takes about 5h 9m via Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway and Rice Road, with a fuel budget near $58 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within California, moving from the Pacific Coast region to another part of the Pacific Coast. Expect a drive with many turns, suggesting it's more of a local road experience than a pure interstate journey. With a recommended one-day drive, you'll have ample time to reach your destination without needing to break it up.
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
125.4 miles from Ontario, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 19m into the drive .
About the Cities
Starting in Ontario, CA
Full guide →Ontario is in San Bernardino County and the Southern California region, more than 35 miles (50 km) east of Los Angeles. From a traveler's perspective, Ontario is noteworthy mainly as the home of a large mall and the Ontario International Airport, a less crowded alternative to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and the main airport serving the Inland Empire.
Top landmarks
- • Frankish Building — building in Ontario, United States of America
- • Ontario State Bank Block — bank building in Ontario, California
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 9m. Total distance: 250.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This route presents a turn-heavy local drive, with only 20% of the journey on highways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time navigating local roads, so be prepared for frequent adjustments in speed and direction. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 85.9 miles along the Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway. As you progress, the character of the drive will likely shift from faster highway segments to more winding, local routes as you approach Black Meadow Landing.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 85.9 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 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Holt Boulevard.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 250.9 miles you will encounter 16 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: near the start (Holt Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.3 miles (I 10 / San Bernardino Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 60.3 miles (I 10 / Sonny Bono Memorial Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Holt Boulevard
Depart onto Holt Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
3.3 mi into trip
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~6m in
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I 10 / San Bernardino Freeway
Merge onto I 10 / San Bernardino Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
60.3 mi into trip
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~1h 9m in
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I 10 / Sonny Bono Memorial Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10 / Sonny Bono Memorial Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
139.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 34m in
Take the exit toward Desert Center, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Desert Center, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway
6
225 mi into trip
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~4h 20m in
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AZ 95 / Rio Vista Highway
Turn left onto AZ 95 / Rio Vista Highway
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.
Between Ontario, CA and Black Meadow Landing, CA, road signs point toward Redlands, Palm Springs, Desert Center and Chuckwalla Valley Raceway.
Redlands
19.9 mi in
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~25m
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via I 10
Palm Springs
19.9 mi in
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~25m
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via I 10
Desert Center
139.4 mi in
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~2h 34m
Chuckwalla Valley Raceway
139.4 mi in
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~2h 34m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway | 85.9 mi | 1h 33m |
| Rice Road | 84.1 mi | 1h 42m |
| Sonny Bono Memorial Freeway | 33.5 mi | 35m |
| San Bernardino Freeway | 16.6 mi | 19m |
| Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway | 6.6 mi | 7m |
| Trails End Camp Road | 6.2 mi | 14m |
| Rio Vista Highway | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| Riverside Drive | 4 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
— 85.9 mi, about 1h 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ontario, CA and Black Meadow Landing, CA.
1
Start on Holt Boulevard
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Holt Boulevard
Use the left lane.
2
Take the ramp
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 10 East
3
Merge onto I 10
17 mi
·
19 min
·
San Bernardino Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Continue on I 10
40 mi
·
44 min
·
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
Toward Redlands, Palm Springs
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10
32 mi
·
34 min
·
Sonny Bono Memorial Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Sonny Bono Memorial Freeway
7
Continue on I 10
46 mi
·
48 min
·
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
Toward Desert Center, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway
9
Turn left onto CA 177
84 mi
·
1 hr 42 min
·
Rice Road
10
Turn right onto CA 62
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
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CA 62
11
Continue on AZ 95 Truck
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
California Avenue
12
Turn left onto AZ 95
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Rio Vista Highway
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on AZ 95
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway
14
Continue on AZ 95
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Riverside Drive
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn left onto AZ 95S
158 ft
·
4 sec
·
Parker Dam Road
16
At end of road, turn right onto AZ 95S
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Parker Dam Road
17
Turn slight right onto Trails End Camp Road
6.2 mi
·
14 min
·
Trails End Camp Road
18
Continue on Black Meadow Road
2.9 mi
·
11 min
·
Black Meadow Road
19
Turn left
75 ft
·
5 sec
20
Turn right
0.3 mi
·
1 min
21
Turn left
124 ft
·
12 sec
22
Turn left
215 ft
·
15 sec
23
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 5h 9m duration, starting your drive in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight and allow for a relaxed pace. Since this is a one-day trip, you have flexibility, but consider taking your only planned stop to refuel and stretch. The route involves many turns, so staying alert and keeping your navigation handy is key. With a fuel cost estimated around $58, plan your budget accordingly. A specific tip: pay close attention to signage, especially when transitioning from the Sonny Bono Memorial Freeway to Rice Road, as this is where the character of the drive changes significantly.
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 125.4 miles from Ontario, CA, or about 2h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 85.9 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 55 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 125.4 miles or 2h 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Black Meadow Landing, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ontario, 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 Ontario, CA
This is one driving day of about 250.9 miles and 5h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 miles from Ontario, 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.
The longest stretch is on Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway for about 85.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 125.4 mi from Ontario, CA · 2h 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
125 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 55 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 125.4 miles from Ontario, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 85.9 miles.
Arriving in Black Meadow Landing, CA
The final approach into Black Meadow Landing, 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 Black Meadow Landing, 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
$57.67 one way
$115.33 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
88 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $59.43 | $118.85 |
| premium | $6.18 | $61.02 | $122.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $55.40 | $110.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$58
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$83–$108
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 87.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 75.3 | 0 | $26.34 | $12.04 |
| Efficient EV | 62.7 | 0 | $21.95 | $10.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 100.4 | 1 | $35.13 | $16.06 |
Gas CO2
88 kg
EV CO2
29 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
Black Meadow Landing, CA
Late night in Black Meadow Landing on Saturday
Local time
4:43 AM
PDT
Current temp
56°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
4 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
5h 9m 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 Ontario, CA to Black Meadow Landing, CA covers 250.9 miles and takes about 5h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway, Rice Road, Sonny Bono Memorial Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 125.4 miles from Ontario, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $57.67 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 250.9 miles you will encounter 16 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: near the start (Holt Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.3 miles (I 10 / San Bernardino Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 60.3 miles (I 10 / Sonny Bono Memorial Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Ontario, CA and Black Meadow Landing, CA, road signs point toward Redlands, Palm Springs, Desert Center and Chuckwalla Valley Raceway.
How this page is built
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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