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Trip from East Hemet, CA to Los Angeles, CA

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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 54m

Distance

89.2 mi

144 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$21

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 25 min
4 AM
1h 46m ★
6 AM
1h 54m
8 AM
2h 11m
10 AM
2h 0m
12 PM
1h 58m
3 PM
2h 1m
5 PM
2h 10m
8 PM
1h 49m

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

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Downtown East Hemet, CA, CA

East Hemet, CA

Stephen Leonardi

Downtown los-angeles-ca

Los Angeles, CA

Stephen Leonardi

Trip Overview

This 89.2-mile drive from East Hemet, CA to Los Angeles, CA is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in a single day. Expect the drive to take approximately 1 hour and 54 minutes, with a fuel cost estimated around $21. The route predominantly utilizes CA 60, also known as the Pomona Freeway, for a significant portion of the trip. Given its relatively short distance and duration, this route is ideal for a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. Both your origin and destination are within the Pacific Coast region, so you'll remain in familiar territory throughout.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Midpoint

44.6 miles from East Hemet, CA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
CA 60 28.9 mi 33m
Pomona Freeway 20.3 mi 23m
Gilman Springs Road 10.8 mi 15m
Moreno Valley Freeway 9.7 mi 11m
Escondido Freeway 4.1 mi 4m
CA 60A 2.6 mi 2m
Ramona Expressway 2.4 mi 3m
Santa Ana Freeway 2 mi 2m
Longest stretch: CA 60 — 28.9 mi, about 33m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on East Mayberry Avenue

1.1 mi · 2 min · East Mayberry Avenue
2

Turn right onto South San Jacinto Street

0.5 mi · 52 sec · South San Jacinto Street
3

Continue on CA 79

0.8 mi · 1 min · North San Jacinto Street
4

Continue on San Jacinto Avenue

1.8 mi · 3 min · San Jacinto Avenue
5

Turn slight left onto Ramona Boulevard

1.0 mi · 1 min · Ramona Boulevard
6

Turn right onto North State Street

0.5 mi · 55 sec · North State Street
Use the right lane.
7

Turn left onto Ramona Expressway

2.4 mi · 3 min · Ramona Expressway
Use the left lane.
8

Turn right onto CA 79

1.2 mi · 1 min · Sanderson Avenue
9

Take the exit onto Gilman Springs Road

0.3 mi · 56 sec · Gilman Springs Road
10

Continue on Gilman Springs Road

9.8 mi · 13 min · Gilman Springs Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
11

Take the ramp onto Gilman Springs Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · Gilman Springs Road
12

Merge onto CA 60

9.7 mi · 11 min · Moreno Valley Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Merge onto I 215; CA 60

4.1 mi · 4 min · Escondido Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Take the exit onto CA 60

29 mi · 33 min · CA 60
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Keep slight right at fork onto CA 57

405 ft · 5 sec · Orange Freeway
Toward CA 57 South, CA 60 Alt West: Santa Ana, Brea Canyon Road Use the slight right lane.
16

Keep slight right at fork onto CA 60A

2.6 mi · 2 min · CA 60A
Toward CA 60 Alt West: Brea Canyon Road Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Keep slight right at fork onto CA 60

1.8 mi · 2 min · Pomona Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Keep slight right at fork onto CA 60

2.5 mi · 2 min · Pomona Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19

Keep slight right at fork onto CA 60

2.0 mi · 2 min · Pomona Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20

Keep slight right at fork onto CA 60

14 mi · 16 min · Pomona Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 19 sec
Exit 1C; 1E Toward US 101 North, I 5 North: Los Angeles, Sacramento Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22

Keep slight left at fork

0.1 mi · 15 sec
Toward US 101 North: Los Angeles Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
Exit 1C Toward US 101 North: Los Angeles
24

Merge onto US 101

2.0 mi · 2 min · Santa Ana Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 19 sec
Exit 2B Toward Alameda Street, Union Station Use the slight right lane.
26

Continue on I 10 EXPR

0.2 mi · 32 sec · East Arcadia Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
27

Turn left onto North Los Angeles Street

0.3 mi · 44 sec · North Los Angeles Street
28

Turn right onto East 1st Street

461 ft · 17 sec · East 1st Street
29

Arrive at destination

West 1st Street

Trip Plan

For this relatively short 89.2-mile drive, you have the advantage of flexibility. Aiming to depart outside of peak commute hours, particularly when entering the Los Angeles area, will significantly improve your travel time. While there are no designated stops mentioned, consider planning a brief break around the halfway point if needed, perhaps after completing the 28.9-mile stretch on CA 60. With a duration of just under two hours and a manageable fuel cost of $21, this trip is well-suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you to maximize your time at your destination. Pay close attention to traffic conditions as you approach and enter Los Angeles.

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 44.6 miles from East Hemet, CA, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.9 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 20 miles or 31m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 44.6 miles or 1h 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 36m

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 East Hemet, CA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from East Hemet, CA

This is one driving day of about 89.2 miles and 1h 54m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from East Hemet, CA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on CA 60 for about 28.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

county seat of Riverside County, California, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Riverside, CA

45 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

Moreno Valley, CA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Jurupa Valley, CA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 44.6 miles from East Hemet, 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 · home stretch

Central Kitchen at The Lorenzo

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Los Angeles, California

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch · 0min to go 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+12139082400

Visit website

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

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

EVgo Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

Early stretch 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Moreno Valley, California

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour

Riverside, California

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour

Moreno Valley, California

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour

Moreno Valley, California

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

EVCS Charging Station

2.8 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

Hemet, California

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18663003827

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour

Moreno Valley, California

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour

Moreno Valley, California

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 3 mi from route ~8 min detour

Riverside, California

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

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

Whittier Narrows Nature Center Associates

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

South El Monte, California

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+16265755523

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, ~10 min detour

Final third 4 mi from route ~10 min detour

Pomona, California

Hours: Closed

+19096222133

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 23

5 decision points cluster between mile 62.8 and 88.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
62.8 mi into trip | ~1h 21m in | CA 57 / Orange Freeway

Keep slight right at fork onto CA 57 / Orange Freeway toward CA 57 South, CA 60 Alt West: Santa Ana, Brea Canyon Road

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward CA 57 South, CA 60 Alt West: Santa Ana,...
7
62.9 mi into trip | ~1h 21m in | CA 60A

Keep slight right at fork onto CA 60A toward CA 60 Alt West: Brea Canyon Road

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward CA 60 Alt West: Brea Canyon Road
8
85.7 mi into trip | ~1h 47m in

Take the exit toward US 101 North, I 5 North: Los Angeles, Sacramento

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 1C; 1E Toward US 101 North, I 5 North: Los Angeles, Sa...
8
85.9 mi into trip | ~1h 48m in

Keep slight left at fork toward US 101 North: Los Angeles

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward US 101 North: Los Angeles
8
88.4 mi into trip | ~1h 52m 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

$20.50 one way

$41.00 round trip

$5.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 31 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $6.02 $21.13 $42.25
premium $6.18 $21.69 $43.38
diesel $5.61 $19.69 $39.39

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$21

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$46–$71

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 31.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 26.8 0 $9.37 $4.28
Efficient EV 22.3 0 $7.81 $3.57
EV Truck/SUV 35.7 0 $12.49 $5.71

Gas CO2

31 kg

EV CO2

10 kg (68% 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 19, 2026

Origin

East Hemet, CA

Late night in East Hemet on Tuesday

Local time

3:23 AM

PDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Los Angeles, CA

Late night in Los Angeles on Tuesday

Local time

3:23 AM

PDT

Current temp

55°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

61°F

Riverside, CA

45 mi in

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

6 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 54m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

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

What kind of drive is this?

The character of this drive is heavily influenced by its highway-focused profile, with 76% of the journey taking place on main roads like CA 60 and the Pomona Freeway. You'll experience consistent, faster-paced travel for the majority of the trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 28.9 miles on CA 60, offering a period of steady progress. While primarily highway, the initial segment on Gilman Springs Road provides a brief introduction before merging onto the freeway system, setting the tone for the predominantly high-speed nature of the remainder of your travel.

76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.9 mi on CA 60.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CA 60 and Pomona Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 62.8 miles in near CA 57 / Orange Freeway.

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 89.2 miles you will encounter 23 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 62.8 miles (CA 57 / Orange Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 62.9 miles (CA 60A): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 85.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

About the Cities

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 54m. Total distance: 89.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 28.9 miles on CA 60. 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 62.8 miles (CA 57 / Orange Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 62.9 miles (CA 60A): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 85.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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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