How far is San Bernardino, CA from El Segundo, CA?

The driving distance from San Bernardino, CA to El Segundo, CA is about 77.1 miles (124 km), with a travel time of about 01h 32m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 65.9 miles (106 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 05m 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
77.04 mi
01h 32m
Flight
65.84 mi
105.96 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
65.84 mi
Kilometers
105.96 km
Flight Time
00h 07m

Driving Distance

Road route
77.04 mi
Kilometers
123.99 km
Drive Time
01h 32m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 32m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in El Segundo
Thu, Apr 23, 12:38 AM PDT
Return by in San Bernardino
Thu, Apr 23, 2:10 AM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave San Bernardino
2026-04-22T23:05
Arrive El Segundo
Thu, Apr 23, 12:38 AM PDT
Route Timing
01h 32m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:33 AM to 11:33 AM PDT

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

Leave by
3:24 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

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
Covina
CA

A city in Los Angeles County, California.

From San Bernardino
38.5 mi
00h 46m
To El Segundo
38.6 mi
00h 46m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
72°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph SW
Destination
64°F
Wednesday

Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
10 to 20 mph W

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between San Bernardino and El Segundo.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between San Bernardino and El Segundo.

  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

    2.4 mi · 3 min · San Bernardino Freeway

  4. 4

    Take the exit slight right toward I 10: Redlands, Indio, Los Angeles

    1187 ft · 29 sec

  5. 5

    Keep slight right to continue on I 10 West: Los Angeles

    2017 ft · 35 sec

  6. 6

    Continue on San Bernardino Freeway

    13.9 mi · 16 min · San Bernardino Freeway

  7. 7

    Keep slight left to continue on I-10 Metro ExpressLanes

    9.3 mi · 10 min · I-10 Metro ExpressLanes

  8. 8

    Merge slight right onto San Bernardino Freeway

    1.2 mi · 1 min · San Bernardino Freeway

  9. 9

    Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway

    1.4 km · 1 min · San Bernardino Freeway

  10. 10

    Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway

    1.3 mi · 2 min · San Bernardino Freeway

  11. 11

    Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway

    1.9 mi · 2 min · San Bernardino Freeway

  12. 12

    Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway

    1.9 mi · 2 min · San Bernardino Freeway

  13. 13

    Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway

    1.6 mi · 2 min · San Bernardino Freeway

  14. 14

    Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway

    1.4 mi · 2 min · San Bernardino Freeway

  15. 15

    Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway

    1.5 mi · 2 min · San Bernardino Freeway

  16. 16

    Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway

    1.1 mi · 1 min · San Bernardino Freeway

  17. 17

    Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway

    2 mi · 2 min · San Bernardino Freeway

  18. 18

    Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway

    1.6 mi · 2 min · San Bernardino Freeway

  19. 19

    Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway

    1.3 mi · 1 min · San Bernardino Freeway

  20. 20

    Take the exit slight right toward I 605: San Gabriel River Freeway

    839 ft · 21 sec

  21. 21

    Keep slight left to continue on I 605 South: San Bernardino

    2135 ft · 52 sec

  22. 22

    Merge slight left onto San Gabriel River Freeway

    11.6 mi · 13 min · San Gabriel River Freeway

  23. 23

    Take the exit slight right toward I 105 West: Imperial Highway

    1155 ft · 28 sec

  24. 24

    Keep slight left to continue on I 105 West

    1.4 km · 2 min

  25. 25

    Merge slight left onto Century Freeway

    17.1 mi · 20 min · Century Freeway

  26. 26

    Turn straight onto Imperial Highway

    1.4 km · 1 min · Imperial Highway

  27. 27

    Turn left onto Main Street

    1.4 km · 2 min · Main Street

  28. 28

    Turn right onto West Grand Avenue

    58 m · 9 sec · West Grand Avenue

  29. 29

    Turn right onto Marketplace

    14 m · 2 sec · Marketplace

  30. 30

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Marketplace

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between San Bernardino and El Segundo.

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
30 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
8
4 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
39 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
San Bernardino Freeway
33.9 mi · 44%
Century Freeway
17.1 mi · 22%
San Gabriel River Freeway
11.6 mi · 15%
I-10 Metro ExpressLanes
9.31 mi · 12%
I 105 West
1.07 mi · 1%
Imperial Highway
0.86 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Century Freeway

Merge slight left onto Century Freeway

17.1 mi · 00h 20m

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 32m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 06m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+11.2 mi
65.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Covina
00h 46m from San Bernardino
Leave By
3:24 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving San Bernardino and Sunny near El Segundo.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from San Bernardino to El Segundo?

The road trip is about 77.1 miles (124 km) and usually takes 01h 32m 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?

Covina is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38.5 miles from San Bernardino and 38.6 miles from El Segundo.

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

The direct path is about 65.9 miles (106 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.2 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 3:24 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.69 one way or $31.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around San Bernardino and Sunny near El Segundo.

Stop Ideas Near Covina

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 Covina and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Coffee break 3.2 mi away

Your Home Away From Home

Covina , CA
5015 N Burnaby Dr, Covina, CA 91724, United States
Rating 5.0/5 2 reviews Bed & breakfast
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Scenic stop 9.4 mi away

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South El Monte , CA
1415 Santa Anita Ave, South El Monte, CA 91733, United States
Rating 5.0/5 1 reviews Park,City or town hall
Chino City Hall
Meeting point 11.9 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

Transit and Meeting Points

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

RAIL

Pomona station

13 mi away
100 West Commercial Street
BUS

Claremont, California

16 mi away
200 West First St.
RAIL

Ontario

23 mi away
228 South Plum Street
BUS

Pasadena, California

24 mi away
150 South Los Robles Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between San Bernardino and El Segundo. Straight-line distance: 65.84 mi (105.96 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
El Segundo

#2 El Segundo

City in Los Angeles County, California, United States

Population16,289
Coordinates33.9191800, -118.4164700
Altitude35
CountryUnited States
Start: San Bernardino (-117.28977, 34.10834)
End: El Segundo (-118.41647, 33.91918)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 124 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 34m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 55m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 32m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 17m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 06m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 57m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.72 gal
10.29 L · about $15.69
Round trip
$31.38
5.44 gal · 20.58 L
Estimated CO2
24.2 kg one way
Round trip: 48.3 kg / 106 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.77 $15.69 $31.38
Mid-grade $6.07 $16.50 $33.00
Premium $6.24 $16.98 $33.96
Diesel $7.57 $20.58 $41.16

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 23, 2026

There is no time difference between San Bernardino and El Segundo. The current time is 23:05:21.

Distance to Other Cities

Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.

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