How far is Anaheim, CA from Palos Verdes Estates, CA?

The driving distance from Anaheim, CA to Palos Verdes Estates, CA is about 34 miles (54.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 49m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 27.5 miles (44.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 38m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
33.96 mi
00h 49m
Flight
27.54 mi
44.32 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
27.54 mi
Kilometers
44.32 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
33.96 mi
Kilometers
54.66 km
Drive Time
00h 49m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 49m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Palos Verdes Estates
Sun, Apr 19, 9:04 AM PDT
Return by in Anaheim
Sun, Apr 19, 9:54 AM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Anaheim
2026-04-19T08:15
Arrive Palos Verdes Estates
Sun, Apr 19, 9:04 AM PDT
Route Timing
00h 49m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:49 AM to 10:49 AM PDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:52 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Anaheim
9:30 PM PDT
Morning start is best

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
East Rancho Dominguez
CA

Census designated place

From Anaheim
17 mi
00h 24m
To Palos Verdes Estates
17 mi
00h 24m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
79°F
Sunday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph S
Destination
70°F
Sunday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph WSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Anaheim and Palos Verdes Estates.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Anaheim and Palos Verdes Estates.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    61 m · 17 sec

  2. 2

    Turn left onto South Anaheim Boulevard

    129 m · 22 sec · South Anaheim Boulevard

  3. 3

    Turn left onto West Lincoln Avenue

    1.6 km · 3 min · West Lincoln Avenue

  4. 4

    Turn left onto I 5 North: Los Angeles

    887 ft · 14 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left onto Santa Ana Freeway

    2.9 mi · 3 min · Santa Ana Freeway

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward CA 91 East: Magnolia Avenue

    1473 ft · 43 sec

  7. 7

    Turn left onto Magnolia Avenue

    132 m · 14 sec · Magnolia Avenue

  8. 8

    Take the ramp left toward CA 91 West

    1028 ft · 27 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left onto Artesia Freeway

    13 mi · 15 min · Artesia Freeway

  10. 10

    Continue on Gardena Freeway

    5.5 mi · 7 min · Gardena Freeway

  11. 11

    Continue on West Artesia Boulevard

    2 mi · 3 min · West Artesia Boulevard

  12. 12

    Turn left onto Crenshaw Boulevard

    3.5 mi · 6 min · Crenshaw Boulevard

  13. 13

    Turn right onto Sepulveda Boulevard

    2.4 mi · 4 min · Sepulveda Boulevard

  14. 14

    Turn left onto Palos Verdes Boulevard

    2.2 mi · 5 min · Palos Verdes Boulevard

  15. 15

    Continue on Palos Verdes Drive West

    1028 ft · 25 sec · Palos Verdes Drive West

  16. 16

    Keep slight right to continue on Palos Verdes Drive West

    1380 ft · 31 sec · Palos Verdes Drive West

  17. 17

    Turn right onto Via Corta

    119 m · 13 sec · Via Corta

  18. 18

    Continue on Via Almar

    154 m · 14 sec · Via Almar

  19. 19

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Via Almar

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Anaheim and Palos Verdes Estates.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
19 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
55.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Artesia Freeway
13 mi · 38%
Gardena Freeway
5.46 mi · 16%
Crenshaw Boulevard
3.54 mi · 10%
Santa Ana Freeway
2.86 mi · 8%
Sepulveda Boulevard
2.38 mi · 7%
Palos Verdes Boulevard
2.24 mi · 7%
Longest Stretch

Artesia Freeway

Merge slight left onto Artesia Freeway

13 mi · 00h 15m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 49m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 38m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+6.5 mi
27.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
East Rancho Dominguez
00h 24m from Anaheim
Leave By
4:52 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Anaheim and Mostly Sunny near Palos Verdes Estates.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Anaheim to Palos Verdes Estates?

The road trip is about 34 miles (54.7 km) and usually takes 00h 49m 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?

East Rancho Dominguez is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17 miles from Anaheim and 17 miles from Palos Verdes Estates.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 27.5 miles (44.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.5 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 4:52 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.92 one way or $13.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Anaheim and Mostly Sunny near Palos Verdes Estates.

Stop Ideas Near East Rancho Dominguez

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around East Rancho Dominguez and the surrounding midpoint area.
Bell Gardens Inn Los Angeles
Stay option 7 mi away

Bell Gardens Inn Los Angeles

Bell Gardens , CA
6328 S Eastern Ave, Bell Gardens, CA 90201, United States
Rating 5.0/5 2 reviews Motel
City of South El Monte City Hall
Scenic stop 14.1 mi away

City of South El Monte City Hall

South El Monte , CA
1415 Santa Anita Ave, South El Monte, CA 91733, United States
Rating 5.0/5 1 reviews Park,City or town hall
Palos Verdes Estates City Hall
Meeting point 13 mi away

Palos Verdes Estates City Hall

Palos Verdes Estates , CA
340 Palos Verdes Dr W, Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274, United States
Rating 5.0/5 8 reviews City or town hall,City government office
Rolling Hills Estates City Hall
Nearby stop 11.6 mi away

Rolling Hills Estates City Hall

Rolling Hills Estates , CA
4045 Palos Verdes Dr N, Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274, United States
Rating 5.0/5 4 reviews City or town hall

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to East Rancho Dominguez.

BUS

Torrance, CA

10 mi away
20575 Hamilton Avenue
BUS

Long Beach, California

14 mi away
601 North Long Beach Blvd.
BUS

El Segundo, CA

17 mi away
700 South Douglas Street
RAIL

Los Angeles Union Station

18 mi away
800 North Alameda Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Anaheim and Palos Verdes Estates. Straight-line distance: 27.54 mi (44.32 km).

Anaheim

#1 Anaheim

The second most populous city in Orange County, California and the center of the Anaheim metropolitan area.

Population353,676
Coordinates33.8352900, -117.9145000
Altitude48
CountryUnited States
Palos Verdes Estates

#2 Palos Verdes Estates

City in California, United States

Population13,079
Coordinates33.8010500, -118.3924500
Altitude64
CountryUnited States
Start: Anaheim (-117.9145, 33.83529)
End: Palos Verdes Estates (-118.39245, 33.80105)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 55 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 07m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 50m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 40m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 33m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 29m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 25m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.2 gal
4.54 L · about $6.92
Round trip
$13.85
2.4 gal · 9.08 L
Estimated CO2
10.7 kg one way
Round trip: 21.3 kg / 47 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.77 $6.92 $13.85
Mid-grade $6.07 $7.28 $14.56
Premium $6.24 $7.49 $14.98
Diesel $7.57 $9.08 $18.16

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 19, 2026

There is no time difference between Anaheim and Palos Verdes Estates. The current time is 08:15:22.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.