How far is Wildomar, CA from Fontana, CA?

The estimated driving distance from Wildomar, CA to Fontana, CA is about 47.5 miles (76.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 12m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 35.2 miles (56.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 25m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.
Road route is being refreshed. This page currently uses an estimated driving distance until a routing provider returns the full road geometry.
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Road
47.55 mi
01h 12m · estimated
Flight
35.23 mi
56.69 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
35.23 mi
Kilometers
56.69 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
47.55 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
76.53 km
Drive Time
01h 12m

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Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Fontana
Fri, Apr 10, 11:02 PM PDT
Return by in Wildomar
Sat, Apr 11, 12:15 AM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Wildomar
2026-04-10T21:49
Arrive Fontana
Fri, Apr 10, 11:02 PM PDT
Route Timing
01h 12m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:13 AM to 11:13 AM PDT

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

Leave by
4:04 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Wildomar
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
Woodcrest
CA

Census-designated place in Riverside County, California

From Wildomar
17.6 mi
00h 36m
To Fontana
30 mi
00h 36m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
50°F
Friday Night

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 11:00 AM PDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph W
Destination
76°F
Friday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
0 to 15 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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Step-by-step road directions between Wildomar and Fontana.

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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 12m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 26m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+12.3 mi
35.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Woodcrest
00h 36m from Wildomar
Leave By
4:04 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Rain Showers leaving Wildomar 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 Wildomar to Fontana?

The road trip is about 47.5 miles (76.5 km) and usually takes 01h 12m 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?

Woodcrest is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.6 miles from Wildomar and 30 miles from Fontana.

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

The direct path is about 35.2 miles (56.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.3 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 4:04 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.69 one way or $19.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Wildomar and Mostly Sunny near Fontana.

Stop Ideas Near Woodcrest

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 Woodcrest and the surrounding midpoint area.
Brandon's Diner Jr. Of City Hall
Coffee break 9.4 mi away

Brandon's Diner Jr. Of City Hall

Riverside , CA
3900 Main St, Riverside, CA 92501, United States
Rating 4.4/5 91 reviews Breakfast restaurant
Holiday Inn Express Colton-Riverside North, an IHG Hotel
Stay option 12.2 mi away

Holiday Inn Express Colton-Riverside North, an IHG Hotel

Colton , CA
2830 S Iowa Ave, Colton, CA 92324, United States
Rating 4.2/5 844 reviews Hotel,Conference center,Wedding venue
Summerly Community Park - City of Lake Elsinore
Scenic stop 13.6 mi away

Summerly Community Park - City of Lake Elsinore

Lake Elsinore , CA
18505 Malaga Rd, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530, United States
Rating 4.7/5 66 reviews City park,Park,Tourist attraction
City of Lake Elsinore
Meeting point 12.4 mi away

City of Lake Elsinore

Lake Elsinore , CA
130 S Main St, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
Rating 4.1/5 22 reviews City Hall

Transit and Meeting Points

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

BUS

Moreno Valley, California

7 mi away
2650 East Alessandro Blvd.
RAIL

Riverside–Downtown

11 mi away
4066 Vine St.
BUS

Perris, California

16 mi away
1688-J North Perris Blvd
RAIL

San Bernardino Santa Fe Depot

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

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Wildomar and Fontana. Straight-line distance: 35.23 mi (56.69 km).

Wildomar

#1 Wildomar

City in Riverside County, California, United States

Population36,574
Coordinates33.5989100, -117.2800400
Altitude387
CountryUnited States
Fontana

#2 Fontana

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

Population216,173
Coordinates34.0922300, -117.4350500
Altitude377
CountryUnited States
Start: Wildomar (-117.28004, 33.59891)
End: Fontana (-117.43505, 34.09223)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 77 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 35m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 11m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 57m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 47m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 40m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 35m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.68 gal
6.35 L · about $9.69
Round trip
$19.38
3.36 gal · 12.7 L
Estimated CO2
14.9 kg one way
Round trip: 29.9 kg / 66 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.77 $9.69 $19.38
Mid-grade $6.07 $10.19 $20.38
Premium $6.24 $10.49 $20.98
Diesel $7.57 $12.71 $25.43

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 11, 2026

There is no time difference between Wildomar and Fontana. The current time is 21:49:44.

Distance to Other Cities

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