How far is Long Beach, CA from Lucerne Valley, CA?

The driving distance from Long Beach, CA to Lucerne Valley, CA is about 113 miles (181.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 21m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 84.1 miles (135.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 42m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
112.99 mi
02h 21m
Flight
84.08 mi
135.32 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
84.08 mi
Kilometers
135.32 km
Flight Time
00h 10m

Driving Distance

Road route
112.99 mi
Kilometers
181.84 km
Drive Time
02h 21m

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 21m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Lucerne Valley
Thu, Oct 15, 2:49 PM PDT
Return by in Long Beach
Thu, Oct 15, 5:10 PM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Long Beach
2026-10-15T12:28
Arrive Lucerne Valley
Thu, Oct 15, 2:49 PM PDT
Route Timing
02h 21m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:21 AM to 12:21 PM PDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:48 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Long Beach
9:30 PM PDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Rancho Cucamonga
CA

The sixth most populous city in San Bernardino County, California.

From Long Beach
56.4 mi
01h 10m
To Lucerne Valley
56.5 mi
01h 10m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
91°F
Today

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Oct 15 7:00 AM PDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph NNW
Destination
74°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Oct 15 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph E

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Long Beach and Lucerne Valley.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Long Beach and Lucerne Valley.

  1. 1

    Start on East Ocean Boulevard

    1.2 km · 2 min · East Ocean Boulevard

  2. 2

    Turn right onto North Golden Avenue

    126 m · 7 sec · North Golden Avenue

  3. 3

    Keep slight left to continue on I 710 North

    761 ft · 19 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left onto Shoreline Drive

    2800 ft · 48 sec · Shoreline Drive

  5. 5

    Keep slight left to continue on I 710 North

    1984 ft · 32 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight right onto Seaside Freeway

    2683 ft · 42 sec · Seaside Freeway

  7. 7

    Continue on Long Beach Freeway

    8.1 mi · 11 min · Long Beach Freeway

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward I 105 West, I 105 East: El Segundo, Norwalk

    1944 ft · 48 sec

  9. 9

    Keep slight right to continue on I 105 East: Norwalk

    1102 ft · 27 sec

  10. 10

    Keep slight left to continue on I 105 East

    1991 ft · 51 sec

  11. 11

    Merge slight left onto Century Freeway

    3.5 mi · 4 min · Century Freeway

  12. 12

    Keep slight left to continue on I 605 North

    1.1 km · 1 min

  13. 13

    Keep slight left to continue on I 605 North

    1555 ft · 40 sec

  14. 14

    Merge slight left onto San Gabriel River Freeway

    11.6 mi · 13 min · San Gabriel River Freeway

  15. 15

    Take the exit slight right toward I 10 West, I 10 East: Los Angeles, San Bernardino

    932 ft · 23 sec

  16. 16

    Keep slight right to continue on I 10 East: San Bernardino

    1685 ft · 41 sec

  17. 17

    Merge slight left onto San Bernardino Freeway

    1 mi · 1 min · San Bernardino Freeway

  18. 18

    Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway

    2.2 mi · 3 min · San Bernardino Freeway

  19. 19

    Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway

    2 mi · 2 min · San Bernardino Freeway

  20. 20

    Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway

    1.1 mi · 1 min · San Bernardino Freeway

  21. 21

    Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway

    1.5 mi · 2 min · San Bernardino Freeway

  22. 22

    Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway

    1.4 mi · 2 min · San Bernardino Freeway

  23. 23

    Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway

    2 mi · 2 min · San Bernardino Freeway

  24. 24

    Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway

    2.1 mi · 2 min · San Bernardino Freeway

  25. 25

    Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway

    4 mi · 5 min · San Bernardino Freeway

  26. 26

    Keep slight left to continue on I-10 Metro ExpressLanes

    7.4 mi · 8 min · I-10 Metro ExpressLanes

  27. 27

    Take the exit slight right

    120 m · 10 sec

  28. 28

    Merge slight right onto San Bernardino Freeway

    1.5 mi · 2 min · San Bernardino Freeway

  29. 29

    Take the exit slight right toward I 15 North: Barstow, Las Vegas

    1.5 km · 2 min

  30. 30

    Merge slight left onto Ontario Freeway

    14 mi · 15 min · Ontario Freeway

  31. 31

    Continue on Barstow and Mojave Freeway

    6.8 mi · 7 min · Barstow and Mojave Freeway

  32. 32

    Continue on CHP Officer Larry L. Wetterling and San Bernardino County Sheriff's Lieutenant Alfred E. Stewart Memorial Highway

    5.4 mi · 6 min · CHP Officer Larry L. Wetterling and San Bernardino County Sheriff's Lieutenant Alfred E. Stewart Memorial Highway

  33. 33

    Continue on Barstow and Mojave Freeway

    9 mi · 10 min · Barstow and Mojave Freeway

  34. 34

    Take the exit slight right toward Bear Valley Road, Apple Valley

    1719 ft · 45 sec

  35. 35

    Turn right onto Bear Valley Road

    12.5 mi · 19 min · Bear Valley Road

  36. 36

    At the end of the road, turn right

    9.6 mi · 13 min

  37. 37

    Turn left onto Kendall Road

    14 m · 2 sec · Kendall Road

  38. 38

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Kendall Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Long Beach and Lucerne Valley.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
38 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
12
7 merges, 5 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
33.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
San Bernardino Freeway
18.9 mi · 17%
Barstow and Mojave Freeway
15.8 mi · 14%
Ontario Freeway
14 mi · 12%
Bear Valley Road
12.8 mi · 11%
San Gabriel River Freeway
11.6 mi · 10%
Long Beach Freeway
8.13 mi · 7%
Longest Stretch

Ontario Freeway

Merge slight left onto Ontario Freeway

14 mi · 00h 15m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 21m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 42m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+28.9 mi
84.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Rancho Cucamonga
01h 10m from Long Beach
Leave By
1:48 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Long Beach and Sunny near Lucerne Valley.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Long Beach to Lucerne Valley?

The road trip is about 113 miles (181.8 km) and usually takes 02h 21m 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?

Rancho Cucamonga is a useful midpoint, sitting about 56.4 miles from Long Beach and 56.5 miles from Lucerne Valley.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 84.1 miles (135.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.9 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 1:48 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.98 one way or $49.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Long Beach and Sunny near Lucerne Valley.

Stop Ideas Near Rancho Cucamonga

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Rancho Cucamonga and the surrounding midpoint area.
Ayres Hotel Chino Hills
Stay option 11.9 mi away

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4785 Chino Hills Pkwy, Chino Hills, CA 91709, United States
Rating 4.5/5 1,105 reviews Hotel
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Scenic stop 9.8 mi away

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100-198 S Palm Ave, Rialto, CA 92376, United States
Rating 5.0/5 1 reviews Parking lot
Chino City Hall
Meeting point 10 mi away

Chino City Hall

Chino , CA
13220 Central Ave, Chino, CA 91710
Rating 4.6/5 31 reviews City Hall,City government office,Local government office
Jurupa Valley City Hall
Nearby stop 8.8 mi away

Jurupa Valley City Hall

Jurupa Valley , CA
8930 Limonite Ave, Jurupa Valley, CA 92509, United States
Rating 4.6/5 11 reviews City or town hall

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Rancho Cucamonga.

RAIL

Ontario

7 mi away
228 South Plum Street
BUS

Claremont, California

11 mi away
200 West First St.
RAIL

Pomona station

15 mi away
100 West Commercial Street
RAIL

Riverside–Downtown

25 mi away
4066 Vine St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Long Beach and Lucerne Valley. Straight-line distance: 84.08 mi (135.32 km).

Long Beach

#1 Long Beach

The second most populous city in California, Long Beach is a major center for business, manufacturing, and tourism.

Population454,681
Coordinates33.7669600, -118.1892300
Altitude9
CountryUnited States
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#2 Lucerne Valley

Located in the high Mojave Desert of San Bernardino County at an elevation of 2,953 feet, this unincorporated community sits north of the San Bernardino Mountains.

Population0
Coordinates34.4438900, -116.9678100
Altitude900
CountryUnited States
Start: Long Beach (-118.18923, 33.76696)
End: Lucerne Valley (-116.96781, 34.44389)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 182 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 45m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 49m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 15m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 52m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 36m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 24m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.99 gal
15.09 L · about $24.98
Round trip
$49.96
7.98 gal · 30.18 L
Estimated CO2
35.5 kg one way
Round trip: 70.9 kg / 156 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $6.26 $24.98 $49.96
Mid-grade $6.50 $25.93 $51.86
Premium $6.69 $26.69 $53.38
Diesel $8.41 $33.57 $67.14

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in California · Oct 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Long Beach and Lucerne Valley. The current time is 12:28:08.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.