Traveling from Anaheim to Lone Pine covers 227.7 miles and typically takes about 4 hours and 33 minutes of driving time. Since the journey stays within the Pacific Coast region of California, you will find this route manageable as a single-day trip. Budgeting approximately $53 for fuel is a smart way to prepare for your departure. You will navigate via the Ontario Freeway, the Blue Star Memorial Highway, and the Grand Army of the Republic Highway. Whether you are looking for a quick getaway or a straightforward transit, this trip provides a direct connection between these two points without requiring an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
113.9 miles from Anaheim, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 18m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Blue Star Memorial Highway
103.3 mi
2h 3m
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
56.1 mi
1h 4m
Ontario Freeway
17.1 mi
19m
Pomona Freeway
16.5 mi
19m
Orange Freeway
10.7 mi
12m
Barstow and Mojave Freeway
9.7 mi
10m
CHP Officer Larry L. Wetterling and San Bernardino County Sheriff's Lieutenant Alfred E. Stewart Memorial Highway
5.4 mi
5m
South Main Street
1.9 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
Blue Star Memorial Highway
— 103.3 mi, about 2h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Anaheim, CA and Lone Pine, CA.
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Start on this road
200 ft·16 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto South Anaheim Boulevard
422 ft·23 sec·South Anaheim Boulevard
3
Turn right onto East Lincoln Avenue
1.5 mi·2 min·East Lincoln Avenue
Use the right lane.
4
Turn left onto North State College Boulevard
0.8 mi·1 min·North State College Boulevard
Use the left / uturn lanes.
5
Turn right onto South Placentia Avenue
0.8 mi·1 min·South Placentia Avenue
6
Turn right onto West Orangethorpe Avenue
0.4 mi·44 sec·West Orangethorpe Avenue
Use the right lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·31 sec
Toward CA 57 North: PomonaUse the left lane.
8
Merge onto CA 57
5.9 mi·6 min·Orange Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto CA 57
2.2 mi·2 min·Orange Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto CA 57
2.6 mi·3 min·Orange Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto CA 60; CA 57
16 mi·19 min·Pomona Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi·44 sec
Exit 41Toward I 15 North, I 15 South: Barstow, San DiegoUse the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward I 15 North: Barstow
14
Merge onto I 15
17 mi·19 min·Ontario Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on I 15
6.8 mi·7 min·Barstow and Mojave Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on I 15; US 66 Hist; US 91 Hist; US 395 Hist
5.4 mi·5 min·CHP Officer Larry L. Wetterling and San Bernardino County Sheriff's Lieutenant Alfred E. Stewart Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on I 15; US 66 Hist
2.8 mi·3 min·Barstow and Mojave Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Exit 141Toward US 395 North: Adelanto, Bishop
19
Continue on this road
0.9 mi·1 min·this road
Exit 141Toward US 395 North: Adelanto, Bishop
20
Continue on US 395
67 mi·1 hr 20 min·Blue Star Memorial Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Continue on US 395
0.9 mi·1 min·Red Mountain Road
22
Continue on US 395
37 mi·42 min·Blue Star Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
23
Continue on US 395; US 6 Hist
56 mi·1 hr 4 min·Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Use the straight lane.
24
Continue on US 395; US 6 Hist
1.9 mi·4 min·South Main Street
25
Turn left onto West Bush Street
296 ft·15 sec·West Bush Street
26
Turn right onto North Washington Street
78 ft·3 sec·North Washington Street
27
Arrive at destination
North Washington Street
Trip Plan
Because this is a moderate drive, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience, though leaving early helps you avoid potential congestion. Plan for at least one dedicated stop along the way to break up the 227.7-mile journey and keep yourself refreshed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge during the longer segments, as the $53 estimate can fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency and local pricing. Since the route relies heavily on local roads, focus on pacing yourself through the turn-heavy sections rather than trying to maintain highway speeds throughout. Leveraging this flexibility makes the trip much more comfortable for the driver.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 113.9 miles from Anaheim, CA, or about 2h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 103.3 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 50 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 113.9 miles or 2h 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lone Pine, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Anaheim, CA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Anaheim, CA
This is one driving day of about 227.7 miles and 4h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 miles from Anaheim, CA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Blue Star Memorial Highway for about 103.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.5 and 64.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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3.5 mi into trip|~7m in
Take the ramp toward CA 57 North: Pomona
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward CA 57 North: Pomona
6
9.6 mi into trip|~14m in|CA 57 / Orange Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto CA 57 / Orange Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
11.8 mi into trip|~17m in|CA 57 / Orange Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto CA 57 / Orange Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
30.9 mi into trip|~39m in
Take the exit toward I 15 North, I 15 South: Barstow, San Diego
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 41
Toward I 15 North, I 15 South: Barstow, San Die...
6
64.2 mi into trip|~1h 16m in
Take the exit toward US 395 North: Adelanto, Bishop
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 141
Toward US 395 North: Adelanto, Bishop
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$52.34 one way
$104.67 round trip
$5.84/gal25.4 MPG avg80 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$6.02
$53.93
$107.86
premium
$6.18
$55.37
$110.75
diesel
$5.61
$50.27
$100.55
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$52
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$77–$102
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 79.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
68.3
0
$23.91
$10.93
Efficient EV
56.9
0
$19.92
$9.11
EV Truck/SUV
91.1
1
$31.88
$14.57
Gas CO2
80 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 12, 2026
Origin
Anaheim, CA
Night
in Anaheim on Saturday
Local time
11:00 PM
PDT
Current temp
54°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
S 5 mph71% chanceLive forecast
Winter Weather Advisory
Winter Weather Advisory issued April 12 at 12:45AM PDT until April 12 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Eureka CA
Winter Weather Advisory
Winter Weather Advisory issued April 12 at 12:40AM PDT until April 13 at 11:00AM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
Destination
Lone Pine, CA
Night
in Lone Pine on Saturday
Local time
11:00 PM
PDT
Current temp
42°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
ESE 13 to 18 mph46% chanceLive forecast
Winter Weather Advisory
Winter Weather Advisory issued April 12 at 12:45AM PDT until April 12 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Eureka CA
Winter Weather Advisory
Winter Weather Advisory issued April 12 at 12:40AM PDT until April 13 at 11:00AM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
12 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 33m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Only 24 percent of this route consists of highway driving, meaning you will spend the majority of your time navigating local roads. You will encounter a significant, longest uninterrupted stretch of 103.3 miles while traveling on the Blue Star Memorial Highway. This mix of terrain ensures the drive feels active rather than like a monotonous interstate cruise. Prepare for a transition from urban stretches to more localized, winding paths as you make your way toward your destination.
Only 24% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 103.3 mi on Blue Star Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.5 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 227.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 9.6 miles (CA 57 / Orange Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.8 miles (CA 57 / Orange Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
3,535 ft866 ft
Total Climb
2,669 ft
Total Descent
766 ft
Highest Point
3,535 ft
~66.4 mi in
Elevation Range
2,669 ft
Notable High Points
3,535 ft at ~66.4 miles+589 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Anaheim, CA and Lone Pine, CA, road signs point toward San Diego and Bishop.
Anaheim is a city in Orange County, California. It is best known for being the home of Disneyland. Its second claim to fame is hosting the National Hockey League's Anaheim Ducks and Major League Baseball's Los Angeles Angels.
Top landmarks
•Disneyland — American theme park in California owned by The Walt Disney Company
•Disney California Adventure — theme park in California, part of Disneyland Resort
•Soarin' — flight motion simulator attraction at Disney parks
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 33m. Total distance: 227.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 103.3 miles on Blue Star Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Lone Pine, CA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 9.6 miles (CA 57 / Orange Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.8 miles (CA 57 / Orange Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Lone Pine, CA, but most travelers stay overnight.
