Origin
San Bernardino, CA
Night in San Bernardino on Tuesday
Local time
11:06 PM
PDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from San Bernardino, CA to Altadena, CA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
53.2 mi
86 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
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6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Altadena, CA
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Trip Overview
The drive from San Bernardino, CA to Altadena, CA covers 53.2 miles and takes about 1h 7m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 215 North, San Bernardino Freeway, Barstow Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.23 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
26.6 miles from San Bernardino, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 33m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 1h 7m drive with frequent turns across 53.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 215 North 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 Altadena, CA is easy. At 1h 7m 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 Altadena, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 215 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| San Bernardino Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Barstow Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| CA 210 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Foothill Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| CA 19 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Rosemead Boulevard North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Foothill Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
I 215 North
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between San Bernardino, CA and Altadena, CA.
1
Start on West 5th Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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West 5th Street
2
Take the ramp right toward I 215 North: Barstow
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
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I 215 North: Barstow
3
Merge slight left onto San Bernardino Freeway
1.5 mi
·
1 min
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San Bernardino Freeway
4
Continue on Barstow Freeway
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
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Barstow Freeway
5
Take the exit slight right toward CA 210 West: Pasadena
1.0 mi
·
2 min
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CA 210 West: Pasadena
6
Merge slight left onto Foothill Freeway
21 mi
·
24 min
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Foothill Freeway
7
Keep slight right to continue on Foothill Freeway
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Foothill Freeway
8
Keep slight right to continue on Foothill Freeway
2.4 mi
·
2 min
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Foothill Freeway
9
Keep slight right to continue on Foothill Freeway
1.4 mi
·
1 min
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Foothill Freeway
10
Keep slight right to continue on Foothill Freeway
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Foothill Freeway
11
Keep slight right to continue on Foothill Freeway
15 mi
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17 min
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Foothill Freeway
12
Take the exit slight right toward CA 19: Rosemead Boulevard, Michillinda Avenue
0.3 mi
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19 sec
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CA 19: Rosemead Boulevard, Michillinda Avenue
13
Keep slight right to continue on Rosemead Boulevard North, Michillinda Avenue
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
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Rosemead Boulevard North, Michillinda Avenue
14
Turn left onto Foothill Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
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Foothill Boulevard
15
Turn right onto North Rosemead Boulevard
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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North Rosemead Boulevard
16
Continue on Rosemead Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
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Rosemead Boulevard
17
Turn straight onto Sierra Madre Villa Avenue
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
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Sierra Madre Villa Avenue
18
Turn straight onto New York Drive
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
New York Drive
19
Turn right onto Altadena Drive
2.6 mi
·
5 min
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Altadena Drive
20
Turn left onto North Lake Avenue
197 ft
·
5 sec
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North Lake Avenue
21
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 26.6 miles from San Bernardino, CA, or about 33m 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 53.2 miles or 1h 7m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 26.6 miles or 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Altadena, 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 53.2 miles and 1h 7m.
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 26.6 mi from San Bernardino, CA · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 53.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.6 miles from San Bernardino, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Altadena, CA
The final approach into Altadena, 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 Altadena, 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
$12.23 one way
$24.46 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $12.60 | $25.20 |
| premium | $6.18 | $12.94 | $25.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.75 | $23.49 |
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: 18.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16 | 0 | $5.59 | $2.55 |
| Efficient EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.66 | $2.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.3 | 0 | $7.45 | $3.40 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Altadena, CA
Night in Altadena on Tuesday
Local time
11:06 PM
PDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Ontario, CA
27 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
2 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 7m 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 Altadena, CA covers 53.2 miles and takes about 1h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 215 North, San Bernardino Freeway, Barstow Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.6 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 $12.23 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 Altadena, CA is easy. At 1h 7m 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 Altadena, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from San Bernardino, CA to Altadena, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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