Origin
Yucaipa, CA
Afternoon in Yucaipa on Sunday
Local time
1:08 PM
PDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Yucaipa, CA to Hesperia, CA
Drive Time
1h 4m
Distance
52.9 mi
85 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 59m
★
6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 15m
10 AM
1h 8m
12 PM
1h 7m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 14m
8 PM
1h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Yucaipa, CA
Stephen Leonardi
Hesperia, CA
Antonio Garcia Prats
Trip Overview
Stretching 52.9 miles across Southern California, this drive from Yucaipa to Hesperia takes approximately 1 hour and 4 minutes to complete. Because of the manageable distance, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You will navigate a combination of local roads including Yucaipa Boulevard and Oak Glen Road before transitioning onto I-10 West. With an estimated fuel cost of just $7, it is an affordable way to move between these two Pacific Coast locales. This journey is straightforward and practical, making it an excellent choice if you need to reach your destination efficiently without the hassle of a multi-day itinerary.
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
26.4 miles from Yucaipa, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 32m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straight-line interstate cruise on this 52.9-mile journey. Since the highway share is 0%, your time behind the wheel will be spent navigating surface streets and local connectors rather than high-speed lanes. You won't find any long, uninterrupted stretches here, as the route is characterized by constant adjustments rather than miles of open highway. Being prepared for frequent turns is essential, as the road personality remains technical throughout the entire hour-long duration. It is a hands-on driving experience that requires your full attention as you transition between Yucaipa Boulevard and the surrounding local road network.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Yucaipa Boulevard 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 Yucaipa, CA to Hesperia, CA is easy. At 1h 4m 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 Yucaipa, CA to Hesperia, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Yucaipa Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Oak Glen Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 10 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| CA 210 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Foothill Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 215 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Barstow Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Yucaipa Boulevard
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yucaipa, CA and Hesperia, CA.
1
Start on 2nd Street
66 ft
·
3 sec
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2nd Street
2
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Yucaipa Boulevard
131 ft
·
3 sec
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Yucaipa Boulevard
3
Exit the roundabout onto Yucaipa Boulevard
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Yucaipa Boulevard
4
Turn left onto Oak Glen Road
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Oak Glen Road
5
Take the ramp right toward I 10 West
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
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I 10 West
6
Merge slight left onto Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
6.6 mi
·
7 min
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Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
7
Take the exit slight right toward CA 210 West: Pasadena, Running Springs
0.8 mi
·
57 sec
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CA 210 West: Pasadena, Running Springs
8
Continue on Foothill Freeway
11 mi
·
12 min
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Foothill Freeway
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 215 North: Barstow
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 215 North: Barstow
10
Merge slight left onto Barstow Freeway
7.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Barstow Freeway
11
Keep slight left
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
12
Continue on Barstow and Mojave Freeway
6.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Barstow and Mojave Freeway
13
Continue on CHP Officer Larry L. Wetterling and San Bernardino County Sheriff's Lieutenant Alfred E. Stewart Memorial Highway
5.4 mi
·
5 min
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CHP Officer Larry L. Wetterling and San Bernardino County Sheriff's Lieutenant Alfred E. Stewart Memorial Highway
14
Continue on Barstow and Mojave Freeway
5.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Barstow and Mojave Freeway
15
Take the exit slight right toward Main Street
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
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Main Street
16
Turn right onto Main Street
4.2 mi
·
7 min
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Main Street
17
Turn left onto 3rd Avenue
322 ft
·
9 sec
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3rd Avenue
18
Turn right onto Yucca Street
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Yucca Street
19
At the end of the road, turn left onto Hesperia Road
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
Hesperia Road
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the short 1 hour and 4 minute travel time, you have plenty of flexibility when planning your departure. You can easily complete the entire 52.9-mile trip in one go without needing to schedule formal stops, though keeping your fuel tank topped off for the $7 estimated expense is a smart move before you head out. Since this is a turn-heavy local route, try to avoid peak traffic hours on local thoroughfares to keep your drive time predictable. Use the flexibility of this short trip to your advantage by choosing a departure time that aligns best with your own schedule. Always double-check your GPS before pulling out of Yucaipa, as the reliance on local roads like Oak Glen Road means you will be making several turns to stay on track.
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 26.4 miles from Yucaipa, CA, or about 32m 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 52.9 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 26.4 miles or 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hesperia, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Yucaipa, 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 Yucaipa, CA
This is one driving day of about 52.9 miles and 1h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Yucaipa, 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 26.4 mi from Yucaipa, CA · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 52.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.4 miles from Yucaipa, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hesperia, CA
The final approach into Hesperia, 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 Hesperia, 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
$12.25 one way
$24.50 round trip
$5.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.07 | $12.63 | $25.27 |
| premium | $6.24 | $13.00 | $26.00 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $11.75 | $23.51 |
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: 18.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.55 | $2.54 |
| Efficient EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.63 | $2.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.2 | 0 | $7.41 | $3.39 |
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
Hesperia, CA
Afternoon in Hesperia on Sunday
Local time
1:08 PM
PDT
Current temp
48°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
3 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
1h 4m 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 Yucaipa, CA to Hesperia, CA covers 52.9 miles and takes about 1h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Yucaipa Boulevard, Oak Glen Road, I 10 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.4 miles from Yucaipa, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.25 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 Yucaipa, CA to Hesperia, CA is easy. At 1h 4m 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 Yucaipa, CA to Hesperia, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Yucaipa, CA to Hesperia, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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