Origin
Van Nuys, CA
Afternoon in Van Nuys on Sunday
Local time
1:36 PM
PDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Van Nuys, CA to Fontana, CA
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
64.3 mi
103 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
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6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Van Nuys, CA
Stephen Leonardi
Trip Overview
The drive from Van Nuys, CA to Fontana, CA covers 64.3 miles and takes about 1h 19m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on CA 170 South, Hollywood Freeway, CA 134 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.89 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
32.1 miles from Van Nuys, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 19m drive with frequent turns across 64.3 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.
CA 170 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 Van Nuys, CA to Fontana, CA is easy. At 1h 19m 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 Van Nuys, CA to Fontana, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CA 170 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Hollywood Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| CA 134 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Ventura Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Foothill Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Sierra Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Merrill Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
CA 170 South
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Van Nuys, CA and Fontana, CA.
1
Start on Victory Boulevard
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Victory Boulevard
2
Take the ramp slight right toward CA 170 South: Los Angeles, Hollywood Freeway
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
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CA 170 South: Los Angeles, Hollywood Freeway
3
Merge slight left onto Hollywood Freeway
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Hollywood Freeway
4
Take the exit slight right toward CA 134: Ventura Freeway, Pasadena
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
CA 134: Ventura Freeway, Pasadena
5
Merge slight right onto Ventura Freeway
0.5 mi
·
32 sec
·
Ventura Freeway
6
Keep slight right to continue on Ventura Freeway
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Ventura Freeway
7
Keep slight right to continue on Ventura Freeway
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Ventura Freeway
8
Keep slight right to continue on Ventura Freeway
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Ventura Freeway
9
Keep slight right to continue on Ventura Freeway
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Ventura Freeway
10
Keep slight right to continue on Ventura Freeway
0.7 mi
·
51 sec
·
Ventura Freeway
11
Keep slight right to continue on Ventura Freeway
7.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Ventura Freeway
12
Merge slight right onto Foothill Freeway
18 mi
·
20 min
·
Foothill Freeway
13
Keep slight right to continue on Foothill Freeway
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Foothill Freeway
14
Keep slight right to continue on Foothill Freeway
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Foothill Freeway
15
Keep slight right to continue on Foothill Freeway
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Foothill Freeway
16
Keep slight right to continue on Foothill Freeway
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Foothill Freeway
17
Keep slight right to continue on Foothill Freeway
16 mi
·
18 min
·
Foothill Freeway
18
Take the exit slight right toward Sierra Avenue
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
Sierra Avenue
19
Turn right onto Sierra Avenue
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Sierra Avenue
20
Turn left onto Merrill Avenue
207 ft
·
4 sec
·
Merrill 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 32.1 miles from Van Nuys, CA, or about 39m 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 64.3 miles or 1h 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.1 miles or 39m 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 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fontana, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Van Nuys, 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 Van Nuys, CA
This is one driving day of about 64.3 miles and 1h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Van Nuys, 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 32.1 mi from Van Nuys, CA · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 64.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.1 miles from Van Nuys, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fontana, CA
The final approach into Fontana, 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 Fontana, 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
$14.89 one way
$29.78 round trip
$5.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.07 | $15.36 | $30.71 |
| premium | $6.24 | $15.80 | $31.61 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $14.29 | $28.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.75 | $3.09 |
| Efficient EV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.63 | $2.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.7 | 0 | $9.00 | $4.12 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (64% 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
Fontana, CA
Afternoon in Fontana on Sunday
Local time
1:36 PM
PDT
Current temp
54°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
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 19m 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 Van Nuys, CA to Fontana, CA covers 64.3 miles and takes about 1h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are CA 170 South, Hollywood Freeway, CA 134. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.1 miles from Van Nuys, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.89 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 Van Nuys, CA to Fontana, CA is easy. At 1h 19m 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 Van Nuys, CA to Fontana, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Van Nuys, CA to Fontana, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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