How far is San Bernardino, CA from Aliso Viejo, CA?

The driving distance from San Bernardino, CA to Aliso Viejo, CA is about 59.6 miles (95.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 10m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 45.2 miles (72.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 21m 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
59.59 mi
01h 10m
Flight
45.16 mi
72.67 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
45.16 mi
Kilometers
72.67 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
59.59 mi
Kilometers
95.9 km
Drive Time
01h 10m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 10m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Aliso Viejo
Thu, Apr 16, 10:09 AM PDT
Return by in San Bernardino
Thu, Apr 16, 11:19 AM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave San Bernardino
2026-04-16T08:58
Arrive Aliso Viejo
Thu, Apr 16, 10:09 AM PDT
Route Timing
01h 10m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:11 AM to 11:11 AM PDT

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

Leave by
4:08 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in San Bernardino
9:30 PM PDT
Morning start is best

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Corona
CA

The second most populous city in Riverside County, California.

From San Bernardino
29.8 mi
00h 35m
To Aliso Viejo
29.8 mi
00h 35m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
76°F
Thursday

Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
0 to 15 mph SW
Destination
66°F
Thursday

Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between San Bernardino and Aliso Viejo.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between San Bernardino and Aliso Viejo.

  1. 1

    Start on West 5th Street

    1.2 km · 2 min · West 5th Street

  2. 2

    Take the ramp left toward I 215 South: Riverside

    1641 ft · 42 sec

  3. 3

    Merge slight left onto San Bernardino Freeway

    3.1 mi · 4 min · San Bernardino Freeway

  4. 4

    Continue on Riverside Freeway

    5.3 mi · 6 min · Riverside Freeway

  5. 5

    Continue on Riverside Freeway

    14.8 mi · 17 min · Riverside Freeway

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward Main Street

    1526 ft · 20 sec

  7. 7

    Continue straight

    9.1 mi · 11 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward CA 241 South: Irvine

    1.2 mi · 1 min

  9. 9

    Continue on Eastern Transportation Corridor

    5.7 mi · 7 min · Eastern Transportation Corridor

  10. 10

    Keep slight left to continue on Foothill Transportation Corridor

    5.3 mi · 6 min · Foothill Transportation Corridor

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward CA 133 Toll

    1 mi · 1 min

  12. 12

    Continue on Eastern Transportation Corridor

    3.6 mi · 4 min · Eastern Transportation Corridor

  13. 13

    Continue on Laguna Freeway

    1.4 mi · 2 min · Laguna Freeway

  14. 14

    Continue on Laguna Canyon Road

    3.7 mi · 4 min · Laguna Canyon Road

  15. 15

    Take the ramp slight right toward CA 73 Toll North: El Toro Road

    1.2 km · 57 sec

  16. 16

    Continue straight

    1.5 km · 1 min

  17. 17

    Merge slight left onto San Joaquin Hills Transportation Corridor

    3105 ft · 41 sec · San Joaquin Hills Transportation Corridor

  18. 18

    Take the exit slight right toward Aliso Creek Road

    2331 ft · 35 sec

  19. 19

    Turn right onto Aliso Creek Road

    1.1 mi · 2 min · Aliso Creek Road

  20. 20

    Turn right onto Aliso Viejo Parkway

    699 ft · 12 sec · Aliso Viejo Parkway

  21. 21

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Aliso Viejo Parkway

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between San Bernardino and Aliso Viejo.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
21 steps
2 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
8
2 merges, 6 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
35.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Riverside Freeway
20.1 mi · 34%
Main Street
9.41 mi · 16%
Eastern Transportation Corridor
9.35 mi · 16%
Foothill Transportation Corridor
5.31 mi · 9%
Laguna Canyon Road
3.69 mi · 6%
San Bernardino Freeway
3.08 mi · 5%
Longest Stretch

Riverside Freeway

Continue on Riverside Freeway

14.8 mi · 00h 17m

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 10m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 22m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+14.4 mi
45.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Corona
00h 35m from San Bernardino
Leave By
4:08 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny leaving San Bernardino and Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy near Aliso Viejo.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from San Bernardino to Aliso Viejo?

The road trip is about 59.6 miles (95.9 km) and usually takes 01h 10m 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?

Corona is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.8 miles from San Bernardino and 29.8 miles from Aliso Viejo.

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

The direct path is about 45.2 miles (72.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.4 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 4:08 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.11 one way or $24.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny around San Bernardino and Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy near Aliso Viejo.

Stop Ideas Near Corona

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 Corona and the surrounding midpoint area.
Ayres Hotel Anaheim
Stay option 14.5 mi away

Ayres Hotel Anaheim

Anaheim , CA
2550 E Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA 92806, United States
Rating 4.5/5 1,527 reviews Hotel
Chino City Hall
Meeting point 9.4 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
Diamond Hills Plaza Shopping Center
Nearby stop 12.9 mi away

Diamond Hills Plaza Shopping Center

Diamond Bar , CA
2785 S Diamond Bar Blvd, Diamond Bar, CA 91765, United States
Rating 4.2/5 682 reviews Shopping mall
Embassy Suites by Hilton Brea North Orange County
Stay option 14.2 mi away

Embassy Suites by Hilton Brea North Orange County

Brea , CA
900 E Birch St, Brea, CA 92821, United States
Rating 4.4/5 1,475 reviews Hotel

Transit and Meeting Points

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

RAIL

Riverside–Downtown

21 mi away
4066 Vine St.
RAIL

Ontario

22 mi away
228 South Plum Street
BUS

Moreno Valley, California

26 mi away
2650 East Alessandro Blvd.
RAIL

Pomona station

27 mi away
100 West Commercial Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between San Bernardino and Aliso Viejo. Straight-line distance: 45.16 mi (72.67 km).

San Bernardino

#1 San Bernardino

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

Population217,491
Coordinates34.1083400, -117.2897700
Altitude321
CountryUnited States
Aliso Viejo

#2 Aliso Viejo

A city in Orange County, California.

Population50,412
Coordinates33.5650400, -117.7271200
Altitude143
CountryUnited States
Start: San Bernardino (-117.28977, 34.10834)
End: Aliso Viejo (-117.72712, 33.56504)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 96 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 59m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 29m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 11m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 59m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 51m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 44m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.1 gal
7.96 L · about $12.11
Round trip
$24.23
4.2 gal · 15.92 L
Estimated CO2
18.7 kg one way
Round trip: 37.3 kg / 82 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.77 $12.11 $24.23
Mid-grade $6.07 $12.74 $25.48
Premium $6.24 $13.11 $26.22
Diesel $7.57 $15.89 $31.78

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 16, 2026

There is no time difference between San Bernardino and Aliso Viejo. The current time is 08:58:20.

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.