How far is Pomona, CA from Russ, CA?
The driving distance from Pomona, CA to Russ, CA is about 69.1 miles (111.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 41.7 miles (67.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 50m 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 01h 25m.
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.
City in California, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pomona and Russ.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pomona and Russ.
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Start on South Main Street
27 m · 8 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right onto West Mission Boulevard
1.6 mi · 3 min · West Mission Boulevard
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Take the ramp right toward CA 71 North
1080 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left onto Chino Valley Freeway
1 mi · 1 min · Chino Valley Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on CA 57 North
1.2 km · 2 min
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Continue straight
3.4 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 210 West: Pasadena
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Foothill Freeway
18.3 mi · 21 min · Foothill Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on Foothill Freeway
25.6 mi · 30 min · Foothill Freeway
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Keep slight right
686 ft · 9 sec
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Merge slight right
1.6 km · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on CA 14 North: Palmdale, Lancaster
10.8 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Soledad Canyon Road
1331 ft · 33 sec
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Continue on Lost Canyon Road
127 m · 10 sec · Lost Canyon Road
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Turn right onto Soledad Canyon Road
4.8 mi · 8 min · Soledad Canyon Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Soledad Canyon Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pomona and Russ.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Foothill Freeway
Keep slight right to continue on Foothill Freeway
25.6 mi · 00h 30m
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 Pomona and Sunny near Russ.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pomona to Russ?
The road trip is about 69.1 miles (111.2 km) and usually takes 01h 25m 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?
La Cañada Flintridge is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.5 miles from Pomona and 34.6 miles from Russ.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 41.7 miles (67.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.4 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 3:40 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.28 one way or $30.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Pomona and Sunny near Russ.
Stop Ideas Near La Cañada Flintridge
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel
City Hall Park Center
City of Los Angeles
Vernon City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to La Cañada Flintridge.
Pasadena, California
La Crescenta, California
Glendale Transportation Center
Burbank Airport–South station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pomona and Russ. Straight-line distance: 41.69 mi (67.09 km).
#1 Pomona
The sixth most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
| Population | 149,212 |
| Coordinates | 34.0552900, -117.7522800 |
| Altitude | 259 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Russ
Located at an elevation of 2014 feet within Los Angeles County, this small unincorporated community is situated in the rugged, high desert terrain of Soledad Canyon.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 34.4397200, -118.3148000 |
| Altitude | 614 |
| Country | United States |
End: Russ (-118.3148, 34.43972)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 111 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 51m |
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 | $15.28 | $30.55 |
| Mid-grade | $6.50 | $15.86 | $31.72 |
| Premium | $6.69 | $16.32 | $32.64 |
| Diesel | $8.41 | $20.53 | $41.06 |
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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