Cities Near Fontana
Cities near Fontana, California: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Colton, Rancho Cucamonga, Riverside. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Fontana, California is Colton, about 7 mi (11 km) away — roughly 24 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colton | 7 mi / 11 km | 24 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Rancho Cucamonga | 9 mi / 15 km | 31 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Riverside | 10 mi / 16 km | 33 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Eastvale | 12 mi / 19 km | 39 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Redlands | 15 mi / 24 km | 28 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Chino | 16 mi / 25 km | 30 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Moreno Valley | 16 mi / 26 km | 31 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Yucaipa | 23 mi / 37 km | 44 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Hesperia | 24 mi / 39 km | 47 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Perris | 24 mi / 39 km | 47 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Fontana
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Colton, Rancho Cucamonga, Riverside, Eastvale, Redlands. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Fontana include Colton, Rancho Cucamonga, Riverside, Eastvale, Redlands. The closest is Colton, about 7 miles (11 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.