How far is Anaheim, CA from Arcadia, CA?
The driving distance from Anaheim, CA to Arcadia, CA is about 35.2 miles (56.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.1 miles (35.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 31m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 45m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Anaheim and Arcadia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Anaheim and Arcadia.
-
1
Start on the route
61 m · 17 sec
-
2
Turn left onto South Anaheim Boulevard
129 m · 22 sec · South Anaheim Boulevard
-
3
Turn left onto West Lincoln Avenue
1.6 km · 3 min · West Lincoln Avenue
-
4
Turn left onto I 5 North: Los Angeles
887 ft · 14 sec
-
5
Merge slight left onto Santa Ana Freeway
3.3 mi · 4 min · Santa Ana Freeway
-
6
Keep slight right to continue on Santa Ana Freeway
8.6 mi · 10 min · Santa Ana Freeway
-
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 605 South, I 605 North: San Gabriel River Freeway
1483 ft · 36 sec
-
8
Keep slight right to continue on I 605 North
1597 ft · 39 sec
-
9
Merge slight left onto San Gabriel River Freeway
15.6 mi · 18 min · San Gabriel River Freeway
-
10
Take the exit slight left toward I 210 West: Pasadena, Foothill Freeway
1.2 km · 52 sec
-
11
Merge slight left onto Foothill Freeway
3.8 mi · 4 min · Foothill Freeway
-
12
Take the exit slight right toward Santa Anita Avenue
1585 ft · 41 sec
-
13
Turn left onto North Santa Anita Avenue
2283 ft · 1 min · North Santa Anita Avenue
-
14
Turn right onto Santa Clara Street
1430 ft · 36 sec · Santa Clara Street
-
15
Turn right onto West Huntington Drive
104 m · 10 sec · West Huntington Drive
-
16
Keep slight left to continue on Huntington Drive
135 m · 21 sec · Huntington Drive
-
17
Turn left
52 m · 13 sec
-
18
Keep slight right
92 m · 22 sec
-
19
Turn slight left onto West Huntington Drive
538 ft · 22 sec · West Huntington Drive
-
20
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Huntington Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Anaheim and Arcadia.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
San Gabriel River Freeway
Merge slight left onto San Gabriel River Freeway
15.6 mi · 00h 18m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Anaheim and Mostly Sunny near Arcadia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Anaheim to Arcadia?
The road trip is about 35.2 miles (56.6 km) and usually takes 00h 45m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Pico Rivera is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.6 miles from Anaheim and 17.6 miles from Arcadia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.1 miles (35.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.1 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:58 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.15 one way or $14.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Anaheim and Mostly Sunny near Arcadia.
Stop Ideas Near Pico Rivera
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Bell Gardens Inn Los Angeles
City of South El Monte City Hall
City of Los Angeles
City Of El Monte Public Works Department
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Pico Rivera.
Los Angeles Union Station
Pasadena, California
Fullerton Transportation Center
Glendale Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Anaheim and Arcadia. Straight-line distance: 22.15 mi (35.64 km).
#1 Anaheim
The second most populous city in Orange County, California and the center of the Anaheim metropolitan area.
| Population | 353,676 |
| Coordinates | 33.8352900, -117.9145000 |
| Altitude | 48 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Arcadia
A city in Los Angeles County, California.
| Population | 56,323 |
| Coordinates | 34.1397300, -118.0353400 |
| Altitude | 147 |
| Country | United States |
End: Arcadia (-118.03534, 34.13973)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 57 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.77 | $7.15 | $14.31 |
| Mid-grade | $6.07 | $7.52 | $15.04 |
| Premium | $6.24 | $7.74 | $15.48 |
| Diesel | $7.57 | $9.38 | $18.77 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in California · Apr 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.