How far is Fontana, CA from Avocado Heights, CA?
The driving distance from Fontana, CA to Avocado Heights, CA is about 36.5 miles (58.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 32.1 miles (51.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City on the eastern edge of Los Angeles County, California
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fontana and Avocado Heights.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fontana and Avocado Heights.
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Start on Merrill Avenue
63 m · 9 sec · Merrill Avenue
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Turn left onto Sierra Avenue
1.6 mi · 3 min · Sierra Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 10 West: Los Angeles
1761 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left onto San Bernardino Freeway
5.8 mi · 7 min · San Bernardino Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on I-10 Metro ExpressLanes
9.3 mi · 10 min · I-10 Metro ExpressLanes
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Merge slight right onto San Bernardino Freeway
1.2 mi · 1 min · San Bernardino Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway
1.4 km · 1 min · San Bernardino Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway
1.3 mi · 2 min · San Bernardino Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway
1.9 mi · 2 min · San Bernardino Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway
1.9 mi · 2 min · San Bernardino Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway
1.6 mi · 2 min · San Bernardino Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway
1.4 mi · 2 min · San Bernardino Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway
1.5 mi · 2 min · San Bernardino Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway
1.1 mi · 1 min · San Bernardino Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway
2 mi · 2 min · San Bernardino Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway
2972 ft · 39 sec · San Bernardino Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Puente Avenue
1113 ft · 33 sec
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Turn left onto Garvey Avenue North
97 m · 17 sec · Garvey Avenue North
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Turn left onto Puente Avenue
2.6 mi · 5 min · Puente Avenue
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Continue on Workman Mill Road
2672 ft · 57 sec · Workman Mill Road
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Turn left onto Don Julian Road
2779 ft · 1 min · Don Julian Road
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Turn right onto 4th Avenue
22 m · 3 sec · 4th Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 4th Avenue
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Fontana and Chance Rain Showers near Avocado Heights.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fontana to Avocado Heights?
The road trip is about 36.5 miles (58.7 km) and usually takes 00h 46m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Claremont is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18.2 miles from Fontana and 18.3 miles from Avocado Heights.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 32.1 miles (51.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:58 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.44 one way or $14.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Fontana and Chance Rain Showers near Avocado Heights.
Stop Ideas Near Claremont
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Your Home Away From Home
Ayres Hotel Chino Hills
Chino City Hall
Diamond Hills Plaza Shopping Center
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Claremont.
Claremont, California
Pomona station
Ontario
Fullerton Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fontana and Avocado Heights. Straight-line distance: 32.07 mi (51.61 km).
#1 Fontana
The second most populous city in San Bernardino County, California.
| Population | 216,173 |
| Coordinates | 34.0922300, -117.4350500 |
| Altitude | 377 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Avocado Heights
Census designated place
| Population | 15,411 |
| Coordinates | 34.0361200, -117.9911800 |
| Altitude | 103 |
| Country | United States |
End: Avocado Heights (-117.99118, 34.03612)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 59 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 27m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $5.77 | $7.44 | $14.88 |
| Mid-grade | $6.07 | $7.83 | $15.65 |
| Premium | $6.24 | $8.05 | $16.11 |
| Diesel | $7.57 | $9.76 | $19.52 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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