Trip from San Bernardino, CA to Chino Hills, CA

Drive Time

47m

Distance

37 mi

60 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$9

one way

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Trip Overview

Spanning just 37 miles, this quick trip from San Bernardino to Chino Hills is an easy excursion that takes approximately 47 minutes to complete. You will navigate a path through the Pacific Coast region using a combination of the I-215 South, the San Bernardino Freeway, and the Riverside Freeway. Because of the short distance and duration, this route is perfectly suited for a one-day trip, requiring no overnight stays. Budgeting about $5 for fuel should cover your needs for the entire journey. It is a straightforward, practical commute that gets you from the Inland Empire to Chino Hills without any necessary stops along the way.

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

18.5 miles from San Bernardino, CA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous highway cruise on this 37-mile journey. You will spend your time navigating a series of transitions across the I-215 South, the San Bernardino Freeway, and the Riverside Freeway. Despite the use of major freeways, the route is characterized by its technical nature rather than long, open stretches; in fact, there is no significant uninterrupted highway run on this path. The road demands your full attention as you move through these connecting arteries. You will find that the personality of the drive is defined by its frequent shifts and local maneuvering.

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.

I 215 South is one of the defining roads on this drive.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.

Route Complexity 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from San Bernardino, CA to Chino Hills, CA is easy. At 47m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from San Bernardino, CA to Chino Hills, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 215 South	Unavailable	Refreshing
San Bernardino Freeway	Unavailable	Refreshing
Riverside Freeway	Unavailable	Refreshing
CA 60 West	Unavailable	Refreshing
Pomona Freeway	Unavailable	Refreshing
Phillips Ranch Road	Unavailable	Refreshing
Chino Hills Parkway	Unavailable	Refreshing

Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.

Longest stretch: I 215 South — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between San Bernardino, CA and Chino Hills, CA.

1

Start on West 5th Street

0.8 mi · 1 min · West 5th Street

2

Take the ramp left toward I 215 South: Riverside

0.3 mi · 42 sec · I 215 South: Riverside

3

Merge slight left onto San Bernardino Freeway

3.1 mi · 3 min · San Bernardino Freeway

4

Continue on Riverside Freeway

5.3 mi · 6 min · Riverside Freeway

5

Continue on Riverside Freeway

0.2 mi · 11 sec · Riverside Freeway

6

Take the exit slight right toward CA 60 West: Los Angeles

0.6 mi · 1 min · CA 60 West: Los Angeles

7

Keep slight left to continue on CA 60 West

0.2 mi · 20 sec · CA 60 West

8

Continue on Pomona Freeway

24 mi · 27 min · Pomona Freeway

9

Take the exit slight right toward Phillips Ranch Road

0.3 mi · 49 sec · Phillips Ranch Road

10

Turn left onto Phillips Ranch Road

0.3 mi · 28 sec · Phillips Ranch Road

11

Continue on Chino Hills Parkway

2.3 mi · 3 min · Chino Hills Parkway

12

Turn right

354 ft · 31 sec

13

At the end of the road, turn left

348 ft · 28 sec

14

Turn right

417 ft · 30 sec

15

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a brief 47-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding when you decide to hit the road. You can easily complete the entire 37-mile distance in a single push without planning for rest stops, as the duration is quite manageable. Given that you will be utilizing multiple freeways, try to avoid peak commuting hours to ensure the drive remains as smooth as possible. With a modest fuel cost of $5, you do not need to worry about complex refueling logistics or budgeting for multiple tanks. A helpful tip for this specific path is to stay alert for the frequent transitions between the I-215, San Bernardino Freeway, and Riverside Freeway, as the turn-heavy nature of the route requires steady focus.

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 18.5 miles from San Bernardino, CA, or about 23m into the drive.

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 37 miles or 47m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 18.5 miles or 23m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 40m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chino Hills, CA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving San Bernardino, 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 San Bernardino, CA

This is one driving day of about 37 miles and 47m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from San Bernardino, 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.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 18.5 mi from San Bernardino, CA · 23m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ontario, CA

19 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

Ontario, CA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ontario, CA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 18.5 miles from San Bernardino, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Chino Hills, CA

The final approach into Chino Hills, 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 Chino Hills, 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

$8.57 one way

$17.14 round trip

$5.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 13 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$6.07	$8.84	$17.67
premium	$6.24	$9.09	$18.19
diesel	$5.64	$8.22	$16.44

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$9

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$34–$59

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 12.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	11.1	$3.89	$1.78
Efficient EV	9.3	$3.24	$1.48
EV Truck/SUV	14.8	$5.18	$2.37

Gas CO2

13 kg

EV CO2

4 kg (69% 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 3 days ago

Origin

San Bernardino, CA

Afternoon in San Bernardino on Sunday

Local time

12:29 PM

PDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Chino Hills, CA

Afternoon in Chino Hills on Sunday

Local time

12:29 PM

PDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

77°F

Ontario, CA

19 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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

47m 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 San Bernardino, CA to Chino Hills, CA covers 37 miles and takes about 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 215 South, San Bernardino Freeway, Riverside Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 18.5 miles from San Bernardino, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.57 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.

The drive from San Bernardino, CA to Chino Hills, CA is easy. At 47m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from San Bernardino, CA to Chino Hills, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

The route from San Bernardino, CA to Chino Hills, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.