This 69.1-mile drive from Pomona, CA to Russ, CA is designed for a single day, taking approximately 1 hour and 25 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $16, it's an economical option for a quick trip. The route primarily utilizes the Foothill Freeway and CA 14 Truck, offering a straightforward journey. You'll find yourself on a highway-focused path for most of the drive, covering 87% of the total mileage. Given its short duration and minimal stops, this trip is perfect for a spontaneous excursion or a dedicated travel day without needing an overnight stay. Both your origin and destination are within the Pacific Coast region of California, so expect a consistent regional feel throughout.
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
34.6 miles from Pomona, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 42m into the drive
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Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway experience on this 69.1-mile route. The drive is characterized by its 87% highway share, meaning you'll be covering ground efficiently. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 43.9 miles along the Foothill Freeway, providing a solid period of consistent travel. While specific road personalities aren't detailed beyond 'highway-focused,' the reliance on freeways and designated truck routes suggests a focus on directness rather than winding scenic byways. You'll likely experience a dynamic of open highway driving interspersed with transitions between these main arteries.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Foothill Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 43.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Foothill Freeway and CA 14 Truck. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in.
Route Complexity9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 69.1 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: at 1.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 26.4 miles (I 210 / Foothill Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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1.6 mi into trip|~2m in
Take the ramp toward CA 71 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward CA 71 North
6
7 mi into trip|~10m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 210 West: Pasadena
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 25C
Toward I 210 West: Pasadena
8
26.4 mi into trip|~33m in|I 210 / Foothill Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 210 / Foothill Freeway toward I 210 West: Sacramento
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 26A
Toward I 210 West: Sacramento
8
53.2 mi into trip|~1h 4m in|CA 14 Truck
Keep slight right at fork onto CA 14 Truck toward CA 14 North: Palmdale, Lancaster
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward CA 14 North: Palmdale, Lancaster
7
64 mi into trip|~1h 16m in
Take the exit toward Soledad Canyon Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 11
Toward Soledad Canyon Road
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 Pomona, CA to Russ, CA, road signs begin pointing toward Lancaster along the way.
Lancaster
53.2 mi in|~1h 4m|via CA 14 Truck
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Foothill Freeway
43.9 mi
50m
CA 14 Truck
10.8 mi
12m
Soledad Canyon Road
4.8 mi
7m
CA 57
3.4 mi
3m
West Mission Boulevard
1.6 mi
2m
Chino Valley Freeway
1 mi
1m
I 5 Truck
1 mi
1m
Lost Canyon Road
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Foothill Freeway
— 43.9 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pomona, CA and Russ, CA.
1
Start on South Main Street
90 ft·8 sec·South Main Street
2
Turn right onto West Mission Boulevard
1.6 mi·2 min·West Mission Boulevard
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward CA 71 NorthUse the right lane.
4
Merge onto CA 71
1.0 mi·1 min·Chino Valley Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward CA 57 North
6
Continue on CA 57
3.4 mi·3 min·CA 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
1.1 mi·2 min
Exit 25CToward I 210 West: Pasadena
8
Merge onto I 210
18 mi·21 min·Foothill Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 210
26 mi·29 min·Foothill Freeway
Exit 26AToward I 210 West: SacramentoUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·9 sec
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto I 5 Truck
1.0 mi·1 min·I 5 Truck
Exit 161A
12
Keep slight right at fork onto CA 14 Truck
11 mi·12 min·CA 14 Truck
Toward CA 14 North: Palmdale, LancasterUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi·32 sec
Exit 11Toward Soledad Canyon RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on Lost Canyon Road
418 ft·9 sec·Lost Canyon Road
15
Turn right onto Soledad Canyon Road
4.8 mi·7 min·Soledad Canyon Road
16
Arrive at destination
Soledad Canyon Road
Trip Plan
With a total duration of just 1 hour and 25 minutes, this 69.1-mile trip offers considerable flexibility. You can easily depart at your leisure, perhaps after morning traffic has subsided. There are no designated stops recommended, so plan your own breaks as needed, keeping in mind the $16 fuel cost. The longest stretch without a break is nearly 44 miles, so a quick stop before or after that segment might be comfortable. A practical tip for this route is to check real-time traffic conditions on the Foothill Freeway before you leave, as freeway congestion can significantly impact your arrival time, even on a relatively short journey.
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 34.6 miles from Pomona, CA, or about 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 43.9 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 69.1 miles or 1h 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.6 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 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Russ, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Pomona, 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 Pomona, CA
This is one driving day of about 69.1 miles and 1h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Pomona, 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 Foothill Freeway for about 43.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.6 mi from Pomona, CA
· 42m into the drive
The midpoint is around 34.6 miles from Pomona, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Russ, CA
The final approach into Russ, 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 Russ, CA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
The Santa Monica Mountains offer easy access to surprisingly wild places. Experience the famous beaches of Malibu or explore more than 500 miles of trails. The park abounds with historical and cultura...
22 mi from route
~55 min detour
Free
near mile 52.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.88 one way
$31.76 round trip
$5.84/gal25.4 MPG avg24 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$6.02
$16.37
$32.73
premium
$6.18
$16.80
$33.61
diesel
$5.61
$15.26
$30.51
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
20.7
0
$7.26
$3.32
Efficient EV
17.3
0
$6.05
$2.76
EV Truck/SUV
27.6
0
$9.67
$4.42
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Forecast data refreshed 1 hour from now
Origin
Pomona, CA
Afternoon
in Pomona on Tuesday
Local time
4:03 PM
PDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Russ, CA
Afternoon
in Russ on Tuesday
Local time
4:03 PM
PDT
Current temp
68°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
17 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 25m 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 Pomona, CA to Russ, CA covers 69.1 miles and takes about 1h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Foothill Freeway, CA 14 Truck, Soledad Canyon Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.6 miles from Pomona, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.88 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 12 significant decision points across 69.1 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: at 1.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 26.4 miles (I 210 / Foothill Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Pomona, CA to Russ, CA, road signs begin pointing toward Lancaster along the way.
