How far is Oildale, CA from Fontana, CA?
The driving distance from Oildale, CA to Fontana, CA is about 160.3 miles (257.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 128.4 miles (206.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 13m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM PDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 06m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
The second most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Oildale and Fontana.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oildale and Fontana.
-
1
Start on East Norris Road
146 m · 15 sec · East Norris Road
-
2
Turn left onto North Chester Avenue
1.2 km · 2 min · North Chester Avenue
-
3
Turn right onto Roberts Lane
1.6 km · 2 min · Roberts Lane
-
4
Turn left onto Airport Drive
1.1 mi · 2 min · Airport Drive
-
5
Merge slight left onto Golden State Freeway
26.5 mi · 29 min · Golden State Freeway
-
6
Keep slight left to continue on Golden State Freeway
58.2 mi · 1 hr 7 min · Golden State Freeway
-
7
Keep slight left to continue on Golden State Freeway
2 mi · 2 min · Golden State Freeway
-
8
Take the exit slight right toward I 210 East: Pasadena
1347 ft · 18 sec
-
9
Continue on Foothill Freeway
24.4 mi · 28 min · Foothill Freeway
-
10
Keep slight right to continue on Foothill Freeway
19.1 mi · 22 min · Foothill Freeway
-
11
Keep slight right to continue on Foothill Freeway
2.9 mi · 3 min · Foothill Freeway
-
12
Keep slight right to continue on Foothill Freeway
1.4 mi · 2 min · Foothill Freeway
-
13
Keep slight right to continue on Foothill Freeway
1.2 mi · 1 min · Foothill Freeway
-
14
Keep slight right to continue on Foothill Freeway
1.8 mi · 2 min · Foothill Freeway
-
15
Keep slight right to continue on Foothill Freeway
16.1 mi · 19 min · Foothill Freeway
-
16
Take the exit slight right toward Sierra Avenue
1796 ft · 46 sec
-
17
Turn right onto Sierra Avenue
3 mi · 5 min · Sierra Avenue
-
18
Turn left onto Merrill Avenue
63 m · 4 sec · Merrill Avenue
-
19
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Merrill Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Oildale and Fontana.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Golden State Freeway
Keep slight left to continue on Golden State Freeway
58.2 mi · 01h 07m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Oildale and Mostly Sunny near Fontana.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Oildale to Fontana?
The road trip is about 160.3 miles (257.9 km) and usually takes 03h 06m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Santa Clarita is a useful midpoint, sitting about 80.2 miles from Oildale and 80.2 miles from Fontana.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 128.4 miles (206.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:46 AM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.65 one way or $65.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Oildale and Mostly Sunny near Fontana.
Stop Ideas Near Santa Clarita
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Santa Clarita.
Santa Clarita-Newhall, California
Chatsworth station
Simi Valley
Van Nuys station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Oildale and Fontana. Straight-line distance: 128.46 mi (206.73 km).
#1 Oildale
Census-designated place in Kern County, California
| Population | 32,684 |
| Coordinates | 35.4196800, -119.0195500 |
| Altitude | 143 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fontana
The second most populous city in San Bernardino County, California.
| Population | 216,173 |
| Coordinates | 34.0922300, -117.4350500 |
| Altitude | 377 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fontana (-117.43505, 34.09223)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 258 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 59m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.77 | $32.65 | $65.31 |
| Mid-grade | $6.07 | $34.33 | $68.67 |
| Premium | $6.24 | $35.34 | $70.67 |
| Diesel | $7.57 | $42.83 | $85.66 |
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 · Apr 22, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.