How far is Leona Valley, CA from Big Bear Lake, CA?
The driving distance from Leona Valley, CA to Big Bear Lake, CA is about 108.4 miles (174.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 82.6 miles (132.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 12m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 36m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in San Bernardino County, California
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Leona Valley and Big Bear Lake.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Leona Valley and Big Bear Lake.
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Start on 90th Street West
30 m · 8 sec · 90th Street West
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Turn left onto Elizabeth Lake Road
8.7 mi · 14 min · Elizabeth Lake Road
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Continue on West Palmdale Boulevard
1.8 mi · 3 min · West Palmdale Boulevard
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Take the exit slight right
125 m · 11 sec
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Merge slight left onto Sierra Highway
1.4 mi · 2 min · Sierra Highway
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Turn left onto East Avenue S
3.9 mi · 6 min · East Avenue S
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Turn right onto 47th Street East
1595 ft · 27 sec · 47th Street East
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Continue on Fort Tejon Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Fort Tejon Road
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Continue on Pearblossom Highway
18 mi · 26 min · Pearblossom Highway
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Continue on Pearblossom Highway
4.5 mi · 6 min · Pearblossom Highway
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Continue on Palmdale Road
19.5 mi · 24 min · Palmdale Road
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Continue on 7th Street
143 m · 15 sec · 7th Street
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Turn right onto Green Tree Boulevard
2.7 mi · 4 min · Green Tree Boulevard
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Turn right onto Ridgecrest Road
2.1 mi · 3 min · Ridgecrest Road
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Turn left onto Bear Valley Road
8.7 mi · 13 min · Bear Valley Road
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At the end of the road, turn right
31.5 mi · 45 min
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Turn left onto North Division Drive
1736 ft · 46 sec · North Division Drive
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Turn right onto Big Bear Boulevard
3.6 mi · 7 min · Big Bear Boulevard
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Turn right onto Pine Knot Avenue
24 m · 3 sec · Pine Knot Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Pine Knot Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Leona Valley and Big Bear Lake.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
At the end of the road, turn right
31.5 mi · 00h 45m
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.
Sunny leaving Leona Valley and Sunny near Big Bear Lake.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Leona Valley to Big Bear Lake?
The road trip is about 108.4 miles (174.4 km) and usually takes 02h 36m 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?
Mountain View Acres is a useful midpoint, sitting about 54.1 miles from Leona Valley and 54.3 miles from Big Bear Lake.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 82.6 miles (132.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.8 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 1:18 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.92 one way or $47.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Leona Valley and Sunny near Big Bear Lake.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Leona Valley and Big Bear Lake. Straight-line distance: 82.61 mi (132.95 km).
#1 Leona Valley
Situated in northern Los Angeles County at an elevation of 3153 feet, this unincorporated community occupies a rift valley within the Sierra Pelona Mountains along the San Andreas Fault zone.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 34.6183200, -118.2881300 |
| Altitude | 961 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Big Bear Lake
Small city in San Bernardino County, California
| Population | 5,338 |
| Coordinates | 34.2439000, -116.9114200 |
| Altitude | 2058 |
| Country | United States |
End: Big Bear Lake (-116.91142, 34.2439)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 174 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 21m |
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 | $6.26 | $23.92 | $47.83 |
| Mid-grade | $6.50 | $24.83 | $49.65 |
| Premium | $6.69 | $25.55 | $51.10 |
| Diesel | $8.41 | $32.14 | $64.28 |
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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