How far is Running Springs, CA from Anaheim, CA?

The driving distance from Running Springs, CA to Anaheim, CA is about 69.2 miles (111.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 26m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 52.8 miles (85 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 53m 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
69.22 mi
01h 26m
Flight
52.81 mi
84.99 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
52.81 mi
Kilometers
84.99 km
Flight Time
00h 06m

Driving Distance

Road route
69.22 mi
Kilometers
111.4 km
Drive Time
01h 26m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 26m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Anaheim
Mon, May 4, 5:07 AM PDT
Return by in Running Springs
Mon, May 4, 6:34 AM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Running Springs
2026-05-04T03:40
Arrive Anaheim
Mon, May 4, 5:07 AM PDT
Route Timing
01h 26m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:27 AM to 11:27 AM PDT

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

Leave by
3:36 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Running Springs
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
Riverside
CA

The most populous city in Riverside County, California and the center of the Riverside metropolitan area.

From Running Springs
35.6 mi
00h 43m
To Anaheim
33.6 mi
00h 43m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
54°F
Monday

Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Mon, May 4 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph SW
Destination
69°F
Monday

Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Mon, May 4 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph W

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Running Springs and Anaheim.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Running Springs and Anaheim.

  1. 1

    Start on Wagon Wheel Drive

    24 m · 8 sec · Wagon Wheel Drive

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Hilltop Boulevard

    122 m · 10 sec · Hilltop Boulevard

  3. 3

    Continue on Hilltop Drive

    1781 ft · 52 sec · Hilltop Drive

  4. 4

    Turn left onto Hilltop Boulevard

    548 ft · 13 sec · Hilltop Boulevard

  5. 5

    Continue on Steve Faris Memorial Highway

    14.8 mi · 26 min · Steve Faris Memorial Highway

  6. 6

    Keep slight right to continue on CA 210 West: Pasadena

    3034 ft · 40 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left onto Foothill Freeway

    5.1 mi · 6 min · Foothill Freeway

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward I 215 South: Riverside

    2084 ft · 51 sec

  9. 9

    Continue straight

    1.4 mi · 1 min

  10. 10

    Keep slight left to continue on I 215 South

    2132 ft · 52 sec

  11. 11

    Merge slight left onto San Bernardino Freeway

    4.2 mi · 5 min · San Bernardino Freeway

  12. 12

    Continue on Riverside Freeway

    5.3 mi · 6 min · Riverside Freeway

  13. 13

    Continue on Riverside Freeway

    14.8 mi · 17 min · Riverside Freeway

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward Main Street

    1526 ft · 20 sec

  15. 15

    Continue straight

    16.7 mi · 19 min

  16. 16

    Keep slight right to continue on Riverside Freeway

    4 mi · 5 min · Riverside Freeway

  17. 17

    Take the exit slight right toward State College Boulevard

    965 ft · 22 sec

  18. 18

    Turn left onto North State College Boulevard

    1 mi · 2 min · North State College Boulevard

  19. 19

    Turn right onto East Lincoln Avenue

    1.5 mi · 3 min · East Lincoln Avenue

  20. 20

    Turn left onto South Anaheim Boulevard

    143 m · 26 sec · South Anaheim Boulevard

  21. 21

    Turn right

    61 m · 15 sec

  22. 22

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Running Springs and Anaheim.

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
22 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
31.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Riverside Freeway
24.1 mi · 35%
Main Street
16.9 mi · 24%
Steve Faris Memorial Highway
14.8 mi · 21%
Foothill Freeway
5.07 mi · 7%
San Bernardino Freeway
4.21 mi · 6%
I 215 South
2.18 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

Main Street

Continue straight

16.7 mi · 00h 19m

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
01h 26m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 54m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+16.4 mi
52.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Riverside
00h 43m from Running Springs
Leave By
3:36 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Running Springs and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Anaheim.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Running Springs to Anaheim?

The road trip is about 69.2 miles (111.4 km) and usually takes 01h 26m 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?

Riverside is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.6 miles from Running Springs and 33.6 miles from Anaheim.

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

The direct path is about 52.8 miles (85 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.4 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 3:36 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.08 one way or $28.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Running Springs and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Anaheim.

Stop Ideas Near Riverside

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 Riverside and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Scenic stop 9.3 mi away

City Hall

Rialto , CA
100-198 S Palm Ave, Rialto, CA 92376, United States
Rating 5.0/5 1 reviews Parking lot
San Bernardino County Land Use
Meeting point 11 mi away

San Bernardino County Land Use

San Bernardino , CA
385 N Arrowhead Ave, First Floor, San Bernardino, CA 92415, United States
Rating 4.8/5 5 reviews City government office,County government office
Cucamonga Sign Shop LLC
Nearby stop 13.8 mi away

Cucamonga Sign Shop LLC

Rancho Cucamonga , CA
9259 Utica Ave Ste 110, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Rating 5.0/5 6 reviews Safety equipment supplier,Aluminum supplier,Banner store,Design agency,Sign shop

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Riverside.

RAIL

Riverside–Downtown

4 mi away
4066 Vine St.
BUS

Moreno Valley, California

11 mi away
2650 East Alessandro Blvd.
RAIL

San Bernardino Santa Fe Depot

19 mi away
1170 West Third Street (all Trains and Buses)
BUS

Perris, California

24 mi away
1688-J North Perris Blvd

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Running Springs and Anaheim. Straight-line distance: 52.81 mi (84.99 km).

Running Springs

#1 Running Springs

Census-designated place in San Bernardino County, California

Population4,862
Coordinates34.2077900, -117.1092000
Altitude1862
CountryUnited States
Anaheim

#2 Anaheim

The second most populous city in Orange County, California and the center of the Anaheim metropolitan area.

Population353,676
Coordinates33.8352900, -117.9145000
Altitude48
CountryUnited States
Start: Wagon Wheel Drive (-117.109293, 34.207826)
End: (-117.914539, 33.835404)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 111 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 18m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 43m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 23m
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.

One-way fuel
2.44 gal
9.25 L · about $14.08
Round trip
$28.15
4.88 gal · 18.5 L
Estimated CO2
21.7 kg one way
Round trip: 43.4 kg / 96 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.77 $14.08 $28.15
Mid-grade $6.07 $14.80 $29.60
Premium $6.24 $15.23 $30.47
Diesel $7.57 $18.46 $36.93

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 · May 04, 2026

There is no time difference between Running Springs and Anaheim. The current time is 03:40:59.

Distance to Other Cities

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