Stallion Springs, CA to Long Beach, CA is 153.9 miles and takes about 3h 6m via Antelope Valley Freeway and I 405 Truck, with a fuel budget near $35 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This highway-focused drive connects two points within California's Pacific Coast region. Expect a relatively straightforward journey, primarily on major freeways, making it a convenient option for a quick trip. The 68% highway share means you'll be covering ground efficiently. Consider this route if you're looking for a no-fuss drive to get from the mountains to the coast.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
76.9 miles from Stallion Springs, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 35m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 6m. Total distance: 153.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Drive Character
This drive is characterized by its highway-focused profile, with 68% of the journey on major freeways like the Antelope Valley Freeway, I 405 Truck, and San Diego Freeway. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 49.1 miles on the Antelope Valley Freeway, offering a good opportunity to settle in. The road primarily offers a fast-paced experience, designed for efficient travel between these two California locations. Expect a consistent driving environment largely dictated by freeway conditions.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Antelope Valley Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 49.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Antelope Valley Freeway and I 405 Truck. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 30.7 miles in near CA 58 BUS.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 153.9 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 30.7 miles (CA 58 BUS): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 102.9 miles (CA 14 / Antelope Valley Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 103.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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30.7 mi into trip|~41m in|CA 58 BUS
Take the exit onto CA 58 BUS toward Mojave
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 165
Toward Mojave
6
102.9 mi into trip|~2h 4m in|CA 14 / Antelope Valley Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto CA 14 / Antelope Valley Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
103.9 mi into trip|~2h 5m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
107 mi into trip|~2h 8m in|I 5 Truck
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5 Truck toward I 405 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 158
Toward I 405 South
7
151.4 mi into trip|~3h in
Take the exit toward Downtown Long Beach, Convention Center, Aquarium
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Toward Downtown Long Beach, Convention Center,...
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 Stallion Springs, CA to Long Beach, CA, road signs begin pointing toward Mojave along the way.
Mojave
30.7 mi in|~41m|via CA 58 BUS
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Antelope Valley Freeway
49.1 mi
54m
I 405 Truck
23 mi
26m
San Diego Freeway
18 mi
20m
Bakersfield Tehachapi Highway
17 mi
19m
Aerospace Highway
15.7 mi
16m
CA 58 BUS
8.4 mi
11m
Banducci Road
8 mi
11m
Valley Boulevard
3.4 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
Antelope Valley Freeway
— 49.1 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stallion Springs, CA and Long Beach, CA.
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Start on Shannon Court
0.3 mi·1 min·Shannon Court
2
Turn left onto Saint Andrew's Drive
0.5 mi·1 min·Saint Andrew's Drive
3
At end of road, turn right onto Banducci Road
7.8 mi·10 min·Banducci Road
4
Continue on Banducci Road
0.2 mi·23 sec·Banducci Road
5
Turn right onto CA 202
3.4 mi·5 min·Valley Boulevard
6
Turn left onto CA 202
0.5 mi·51 sec·Tucker Road
7
Continue on CA 202; CA 58 Business
0.6 mi·54 sec·West Tehachapi Boulevard
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·34 sec
9
Merge onto CA 58
17 mi·19 min·Bakersfield Tehachapi Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit onto CA 58 BUS
0.4 mi·48 sec·CA 58 BUS
Exit 165Toward MojaveUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on CA 58 BUS
8.0 mi·11 min·CA 58 BUS
12
Continue on CA 14
16 mi·16 min·Aerospace Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on CA 14; CA 138
48 mi·53 min·Antelope Valley Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto CA 14
1.0 mi·1 min·Antelope Valley Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·36 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Merge onto I 5
2.6 mi·3 min·Golden State Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5 Truck
0.3 mi·17 sec·I 5 Truck
Exit 158Toward I 405 SouthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight right at fork onto I 405 Truck
23 mi·26 min·I 405 Truck
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight right at fork onto I 405
18 mi·20 min·San Diego Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
377 ft·9 sec
Toward I 710 South: Long BeachUse the slight right lane.
21
Continue on this road
0.3 mi·39 sec·this road
Exit 32BToward I 710 South: Long Beach
22
Merge onto I 710
2.4 mi·3 min·Long Beach Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Continue on I 710
0.5 mi·40 sec·Seaside Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Toward Downtown Long Beach, Convention Center, AquariumUse the slight left / straight lanes.
25
Continue on Shoreline Drive
1.3 mi·2 min·Shoreline Drive
26
Turn left onto South Chestnut Place
0.2 mi·30 sec·South Chestnut Place
Use the left / uturn lanes.
27
Turn right onto West Ocean Boulevard
0.5 mi·1 min·West Ocean Boulevard
28
Continue on East Ocean Boulevard
0.1 mi·21 sec·East Ocean Boulevard
Use the left lane.
29
Arrive at destination
East Ocean Boulevard
Trip Plan
With a drive time of just over 3 hours, this route is easily manageable in a single day. Aim for an early morning departure from Stallion Springs to take advantage of lighter traffic, especially as you approach the Long Beach area. The fuel cost is estimated at $35, so ensure your tank is full before you leave. Since there's only one recommended stop, you have flexibility; however, it's wise to take breaks as needed, particularly during the 49.1-mile stretch on the Antelope Valley Freeway. Keep an eye on navigation as you transition between the Antelope Valley Freeway and I 405 Truck.
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 76.9 miles from Stallion Springs, CA, or about 1h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 49.1 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 34 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 76.9 miles or 1h 35m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Long Beach, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Stallion Springs, 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 Stallion Springs, CA
This is one driving day of about 153.9 miles and 3h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Stallion Springs, 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 Antelope Valley Freeway for about 49.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 76.9 mi from Stallion Springs, CA
· 1h 35m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
César E. Chávez National Monument
National Monument
Yes, we can! Widely recognized as the most important Latino leader in the United States during the twentieth century, Cesar Chavez led farm workers and supporters in the establishment of the country's...
8 mi from route
~20 min detour
Free
near mile 10.6
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...
17 mi from route
~42 min detour
Free
near mile 122
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.37 one way
$70.75 round trip
$5.84/gal25.4 MPG avg54 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$6.02
$36.45
$72.90
premium
$6.18
$37.43
$74.85
diesel
$5.61
$33.98
$67.96
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
46.2
0
$16.16
$7.39
Efficient EV
38.5
0
$13.47
$6.16
EV Truck/SUV
61.6
0
$21.55
$9.85
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Stallion Springs, CA
Morning
in Stallion Springs on Friday
Local time
7:40 AM
PDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Long Beach, CA
Morning
in Long Beach on Friday
Local time
7:40 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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 6m 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 Stallion Springs, CA to Long Beach, CA covers 153.9 miles and takes about 3h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Antelope Valley Freeway, I 405 Truck, San Diego Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 76.9 miles from Stallion Springs, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $35.37 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 153.9 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 30.7 miles (CA 58 BUS): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 102.9 miles (CA 14 / Antelope Valley Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 103.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Stallion Springs, CA to Long Beach, CA, road signs begin pointing toward Mojave along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include César E. Chávez National Monument and Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
