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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 37m

Distance

84.3 mi

136 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min
4 AM
1h 30m ★
6 AM
1h 37m
8 AM
1h 52m
10 AM
1h 42m
12 PM
1h 41m
3 PM
1h 43m
5 PM
1h 51m
8 PM
1h 33m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Banning, CA

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Los Angeles, CA

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Trip Overview

Spanning 84.3 miles, this direct drive from Banning to Los Angeles typically takes about 1 hour and 37 minutes. Because the trip is short and straightforward, it functions perfectly as a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays. You will primarily navigate via the Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway, the San Bernardino Freeway, and the I-10 Metro ExpressLanes. Budgeting approximately $11 for fuel makes this a very cost-effective commute within the Pacific Coast region. Since both your start and end points are located within the same coastal area, the transition between cities is seamless and efficient. Whether you are heading into the city for business or leisure, this route offers a reliable, no-nonsense path across Southern California.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

42.2 miles from Banning, CA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
San Bernardino Freeway 45.3 mi 52m
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway 27.8 mi 30m
I-10 Metro ExpressLanes 9.3 mi 9m
Ramsey Street 0.5 mi 1m
Santa Ana Freeway 0.4 mi <1m
North Los Angeles Street 0.3 mi <1m
East Arcadia Street 0.2 mi <1m
East 1st Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: San Bernardino Freeway — 45.3 mi, about 52m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Banning, CA and Los Angeles, CA.

1

Start on Ramsey Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · Ramsey Street
2

Turn left onto South 8th Street

290 ft · 7 sec · South 8th Street
Use the left lane.
3

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 24 sec
Toward I 10 West: Los Angeles
4

Merge onto I 10

28 mi · 30 min · Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Continue on I 10

14 mi · 15 min · San Bernardino Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Keep slight left at fork onto I 10 EXPR

9.3 mi · 9 min · I-10 Metro ExpressLanes
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Merge onto I 10

1.2 mi · 1 min · San Bernardino Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight right at fork onto I 10

0.9 mi · 1 min · San Bernardino Freeway
9

Keep slight right at fork onto I 10

1.3 mi · 1 min · San Bernardino Freeway
10

Keep slight right at fork onto I 10

1.9 mi · 2 min · San Bernardino Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Keep slight right at fork onto I 10

1.9 mi · 2 min · San Bernardino Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Keep slight right at fork onto I 10

1.6 mi · 1 min · San Bernardino Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Keep slight right at fork onto I 10

1.4 mi · 1 min · San Bernardino Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Keep slight right at fork onto I 10

1.5 mi · 1 min · San Bernardino Freeway
Use the slight right lane.
15

Keep slight right at fork onto I 10

1.1 mi · 1 min · San Bernardino Freeway
16

Keep slight right at fork onto I 10

2.0 mi · 2 min · San Bernardino Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Keep slight right at fork onto I 10

1.6 mi · 1 min · San Bernardino Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Keep slight right at fork onto I 10

2.6 mi · 2 min · San Bernardino Freeway
Use the slight right lane.
19

Keep slight right at fork onto I 10

12 mi · 14 min · San Bernardino Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20

Merge onto US 101

0.4 mi · 36 sec · Santa Ana Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 19 sec
Exit 2B Toward Alameda Street, Union Station Use the slight right lane.
22

Continue on I 10 EXPR

0.2 mi · 32 sec · East Arcadia Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
23

Turn left onto North Los Angeles Street

0.3 mi · 44 sec · North Los Angeles Street
24

Turn right onto East 1st Street

461 ft · 17 sec · East 1st Street
25

Arrive at destination

West 1st Street

Trip Plan

Given the heavy traffic common on the I-10 corridor, planning your departure time is essential to avoid the worst of the congestion. Since this is a quick 1-hour and 37-minute journey, you have the flexibility to leave early in the morning or mid-afternoon to optimize your travel time. While no formal stops are required for an 84.3-mile trip, keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Banning to ensure you hit your $11 estimated budget without needing to hunt for gas in high-priced urban zones. If you anticipate heavy volume, make sure your vehicle is prepared for the stop-and-go nature of the Metro ExpressLanes. Taking advantage of these lanes can often be the difference between a smooth arrival and an extended delay.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 42.2 miles from Banning, CA, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 45.3 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 19 miles or 21m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 42.2 miles or 48m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 21m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Los Angeles, CA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Banning, CA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Banning, CA

This is one driving day of about 84.3 miles and 1h 37m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Banning, CA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on San Bernardino Freeway for about 45.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Upland, CA, CA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Upland, CA

42 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Redlands, CA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Jurupa Valley, CA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 42.2 miles from Banning, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop

Consuelo's Home Style Mexican Food

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Banning, California

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 6:30 am–5 pm

+19518493760

Visit website

Central Kitchen at The Lorenzo

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Los Angeles, California

2.3 mi

Best coffee break · home stretch

Jurassic Magic Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Los Angeles, California

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch · 0min to go 2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

+12132639741

Visit website

Consuelo's Home Style Mexican Food

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Banning, California

Hours: 6:30 am–5 pm

+19518493760

Visit website

Central Kitchen at The Lorenzo

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Los Angeles, California

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+12139082400

Visit website

Jurassic Magic Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10

Los Angeles, California

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

+12132639741

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Beaumont, California

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Banning, California

+18668167584

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Beaumont, California

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

Upland, California

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour

Beaumont, California

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Fontana, California

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Rancho Cucamonga, California

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour

Fontana, California

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Los Angeles Plaza Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Los Angeles, California

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+12134855572

Visit website

Vista Hermosa Natural Park, Mountains Recreation & Conservation Authority

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Los Angeles, California

Visit website

60out Escape Rooms - Silver Lake

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour

Los Angeles, California

Hours: 10 am–10:30 pm

+13233733101

Visit website

NHRA Motorsports Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour

Pomona, California

Hours: Closed

+19096222133

Visit website

Unity Escape Rooms

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour

Rancho Cucamonga, California

Hours: 9:45 am–9:30 pm

+18773386489

Visit website

Whittier Narrows Nature Center Associates

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour

South El Monte, California

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+16265755523

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 22

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 83.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
0.5 mi into trip | ~1m in | South 8th Street

Turn left onto South 8th Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
6
42.4 mi into trip | ~48m in | I 10 EXPR / I-10 Metro ExpressLanes

Keep slight left at fork onto I 10 EXPR / I-10 Metro ExpressLanes

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
55.1 mi into trip | ~1h 2m in | I 10 / San Bernardino Freeway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 10 / San Bernardino Freeway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
57 mi into trip | ~1h 4m in | I 10 / San Bernardino Freeway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 10 / San Bernardino Freeway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
83.6 mi into trip | ~1h 35m in

Take the exit toward Alameda Street, Union Station

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 2B Toward Alameda Street, Union Station

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$19.38 one way

$38.75 round trip

$5.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 30 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $6.02 $19.97 $39.93
premium $6.18 $20.50 $41.00
diesel $5.61 $18.61 $37.22

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$19

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 29.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 25.3 0 $8.85 $4.05
Efficient EV 21.1 0 $7.38 $3.37
EV Truck/SUV 33.7 0 $11.80 $5.40

Gas CO2

29 kg

EV CO2

10 kg (66% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

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 18, 2026

Origin

Banning, CA

Morning in Banning on Tuesday

Local time

7:29 AM

PDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Los Angeles, CA

Morning in Los Angeles on Tuesday

Local time

7:29 AM

PDT

Current temp

53°F

Mostly Clear

N 5 to 10 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Freeze Warning

Freeze Warning issued April 17 at 7:10PM PDT until April 18 at 8:00AM PDT by NWS Eureka 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

4 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 37m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

This trip is a quintessential highway-focused drive, with 65% of your time spent on major arteries. You will settle into a steady rhythm behind the wheel, particularly during the longest uninterrupted stretch of 45.3 miles on the San Bernardino Freeway. Do not expect technical winding roads; instead, anticipate a high-speed interstate experience that demands your full attention in heavy traffic. As you move from the quieter outskirts of Banning toward the dense urban environment of Los Angeles, the road personality shifts from open highway to complex, high-traffic transit corridors. It is a straightforward, utilitarian route that prioritizes speed and efficiency over scenic detours.

65% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 45.3 mi on San Bernardino Freeway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on San Bernardino Freeway and Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near South 8th Street.

Driving Effort 10/10

Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 84.3 miles you will encounter 22 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (South 8th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 42.4 miles (I 10 EXPR / I-10 Metro ExpressLanes): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.1 miles (I 10 / San Bernardino Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

About the Cities

Starting in Banning, CA

Full guide →

Founded 1913

Banning is a city in Riverside County in Southern California.

Top landmarks

  • • Gilman Ranch — historic ranch, and stagecoach station in Banning, Riverside County, California.

Arriving in Los Angeles, CA

Full guide →

“Tinseltown” · Founded 1781

Frank Lloyd Wright is said to have quipped, "Tip the world over on its side and everything loose will land in Los Angeles," a quote that has since been repeated both by those who love and hate L.A. The "City of Angels" is home to people who hail from all parts of the globe and an important center of culture, business, media, and international trade. However, it's most famous for being a major center of the world's television, motion picture, and music industry, which forms the base of the city's status and lures visitors for its show business history and celebrity culture. Visitors are also drawn to Los Angeles for its Mediterranean climate and numerous beaches, which gave birth to California's famed surf culture.

Top landmarks

  • • Hollywood Walk of Fame — more than 2,700 five-pointed terrazzo and brass stars embedded in the sidewalks...
  • • Hollywood Sign — sign reading "HOLLYWOOD" located in Los Angeles, California, United States
  • • Getty Center — campus of the Getty Museum and other programs of the Getty Trust in Los Angeles

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 37m. Total distance: 84.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 45.3 miles on San Bernardino Freeway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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 Los Angeles, CA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (South 8th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 42.4 miles (I 10 EXPR / I-10 Metro ExpressLanes): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.1 miles (I 10 / San Bernardino Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Los Angeles, CA before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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