Fontana to Inglewood is 62 miles and takes about 1 hour 17 minutes via the San Bernardino Freeway, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within California's Pacific Coast region, offering a straightforward drive connecting two populous areas. Expect a highway-focused journey for most of the trip, making it a practical choice for commuting or a quick transfer between cities. Given its relatively short duration and minimal stops, this drive is well-suited for a single-day excursion.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
San Bernardino Freeway
37.2 mi
42m
I-10 Metro ExpressLanes
9.3 mi
9m
Harbor Freeway
7.3 mi
8m
West Manchester Boulevard
2.1 mi
3m
West Manchester Avenue
2.1 mi
4m
Sierra Avenue
1.6 mi
2m
Santa Ana Freeway
1.2 mi
1m
Merrill Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
San Bernardino Freeway
— 37.2 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fontana, CA and Inglewood, CA.
1
Start on Merrill Avenue
205 ft·9 sec·Merrill Avenue
2
Turn left onto Sierra Avenue
1.6 mi·2 min·Sierra Avenue
Use the left lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·45 sec
Toward I 10 West: Los AngelesUse the right lane.
4
Merge onto I 10
5.8 mi·6 min·San Bernardino Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10 EXPR
9.3 mi·9 min·I-10 Metro ExpressLanes
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 10
1.2 mi·1 min·San Bernardino Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
0.9 mi·1 min·San Bernardino Freeway
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
1.3 mi·1 min·San Bernardino Freeway
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
1.9 mi·2 min·San Bernardino Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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
1.6 mi·1 min·San Bernardino Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
1.4 mi·1 min·San Bernardino Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
1.5 mi·1 min·San Bernardino Freeway
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
1.1 mi·1 min·San Bernardino Freeway
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
2.0 mi·2 min·San Bernardino Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
1.6 mi·1 min·San Bernardino Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
2.6 mi·2 min·San Bernardino Freeway
Use the slight right lane.
18
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
12 mi·14 min·San Bernardino Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Merge onto US 101
1.2 mi·1 min·Santa Ana Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
439 ft·10 sec
Exit 3Toward I 110 South, CA 110 North: San Pedro, PasadenaUse the slight right lane.
21
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·25 sec
Toward I 110 South, CA 110 North: San Pedro, PasadenaUse the straight / right lanes.
22
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward I 110 South: Harbor Freeway, San Pedro
23
Merge onto CA 110
7.3 mi·8 min·Harbor Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit
0.2 mi·33 sec
Exit 16Toward Manchester AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Turn right onto West Manchester Avenue
2.1 mi·4 min·West Manchester Avenue
26
Continue on West Manchester Boulevard
2.1 mi·3 min·West Manchester Boulevard
Use the left lane.
27
Arrive at destination
East Manchester Boulevard
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 31 miles from Fontana, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 24
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 57.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Sierra Avenue
Turn left onto Sierra Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
7.8 mi into trip|~10m 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.
8
49.7 mi into trip|~58m in
Take the exit toward I 110 South, CA 110 North: San Pedro, Pasadena
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 3
Toward I 110 South, CA 110 North: San Pedro, Pa...
9
49.8 mi into trip|~58m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 110 South, CA 110 North: San Pedro, Pasadena
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 110 South, CA 110 North: San Pedro, Pa...
7
57.6 mi into trip|~1h 8m in
Take the exit toward Manchester Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 16
Toward Manchester Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.25 one way
$28.50 round trip
$5.84/gal25.4 MPG avg22 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$6.02
$14.68
$29.37
premium
$6.18
$15.08
$30.16
diesel
$5.61
$13.69
$27.38
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$14
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
18.6
0
$6.51
$2.98
Efficient EV
15.5
0
$5.43
$2.48
EV Truck/SUV
24.8
0
$8.68
$3.97
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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 17, 2026
Origin
Fontana, CA
Morning
in Fontana on Tuesday
Local time
6:44 AM
PDT
Current temp
52°F
Clear
W 0 to 30 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 17 at 3:02AM MST until April 17 at 1:00PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 17 at 2:56AM PDT until April 17 at 2:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
Destination
Inglewood, CA
Morning
in Inglewood on Tuesday
Local time
6:44 AM
PDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Pasadena, CA
31 mi in
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
15 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 17m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 89% of the journey utilizing major freeways. You'll spend most of your time on the San Bernardino Freeway, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 37.2 miles. The drive progresses primarily along the I-10 Metro ExpressLanes and the Harbor Freeway, indicating a consistently fast-paced travel experience. Prepare for a steady, urban highway environment for the majority of your trip.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37.2 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 I-10 Metro ExpressLanes. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Sierra Avenue.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 62 miles you will encounter 24 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: near the start (Sierra Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.8 miles (I 10 EXPR / I-10 Metro ExpressLanes): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 49.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Fontana, CA and Inglewood, CA, road signs point toward Pasadena and San Pedro.
Inglewood is a city in Los Angeles County in Southern California. Sandwiched between South Los Angeles and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), it is a somewhat impoverished area. Though there isn't much for a tourist to see other than sporting events, there are some excellent eats here and a number of chain motels taking advantage of the city's proximity to LAX. Inglewood is the location of the SoFi Stadium (football, World Cup, Olympics), Intuit Dome (basketball, Olympics) and Kia Forum (concerts).
Top landmarks
•Kia Forum — multi-purpose indoor arena in Inglewood, California, United States
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 17m. Total distance: 62 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 37.2 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 Inglewood, 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: near the start (Sierra Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.8 miles (I 10 EXPR / I-10 Metro ExpressLanes): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 49.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Inglewood, CA before heading back.
