How far is Garden Grove, CA from Long Beach, CA?
Fastest route
The route from Garden Grove, California, USA to Long Beach, California, USA is approximately 22.7 miles and takes about 27 minutes via I-405 N. This is the fastest route considering current traffic conditions.
Directions
To get from Garden Grove to Long Beach, follow these directions:
- Head south on S Euclid St toward W Garden Grove Blvd.
- Turn right to merge onto CA-22 W.
- Continue on CA-22 W and merge onto I-405 N.
- Keep left to stay on I-405 N.
- Take exit 32B to merge onto I-710 S.
- Use the left 2 lanes to take exit 1C toward Downtown Long Beach/Convention Ctr/Aquarium.
- Take W 6th St to Pacific Ave.
Tips & Suggestions
Here are some tips and suggestions for your journey:
- 🚗 Plan your trip during non-peak hours to avoid heavy traffic.
- ⛽️ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey.
- 📱 Use a navigation app or GPS device to stay on the correct route.
- 🚧 Be aware of any road closures or construction along the way.
- 🕒 Check for any real-time traffic updates before starting your journey.
- 🚦 Observe traffic signs and signals for a safe and smooth drive.
- 📍 Upon reaching Long Beach, follow the signs to your specific destination.
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This is an easy same-day return drive.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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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 29m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Orange County, California, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Garden Grove and Long Beach.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Garden Grove and Long Beach.
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Start on the route
10 m · 4 sec
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Turn right
75 m · 20 sec
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Turn right
70 m · 22 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Taft Street
2269 ft · 1 min · Taft Street
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Turn right onto Trask Avenue
1.5 km · 2 min · Trask Avenue
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Take the ramp left toward CA 22 West
1554 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left onto Garden Grove Freeway
5.1 mi · 6 min · Garden Grove Freeway
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Continue on San Diego Freeway
1.7 mi · 2 min · San Diego Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward CA 22 West: Long Beach
2.5 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight left to continue on East 7th Street
2.7 mi · 7 min · East 7th Street
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Turn left onto Rose Avenue
1321 ft · 51 sec · Rose Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East 4th Street
1.1 km · 2 min · East 4th Street
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Turn left onto Alamitos Avenue
2029 ft · 1 min · Alamitos Avenue
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Turn right onto East Ocean Boulevard
1888 ft · 1 min · East Ocean Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Ocean Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Garden Grove and Long Beach.
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.
Garden Grove Freeway
Merge slight left onto Garden Grove Freeway
5.12 mi · 00h 06m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Partly Sunny leaving Garden Grove and Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny near Long Beach.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Garden Grove to Long Beach?
The road trip is about 16.3 miles (26.2 km) and usually takes 00h 29m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Rossmoor is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.7 miles from Garden Grove and 8.5 miles from Long Beach.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14.2 miles (22.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.1 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:30 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.29 one way or $6.58 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Garden Grove and Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny near Long Beach.
Stop Ideas Near Rossmoor
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Newport Beach Municipal Operations
City of Tustin Parks & Recreation
The City of Orange
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Rossmoor.
Long Beach, California
San Pedro (Catalina Terminal), California
Fullerton Transportation Center
Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Garden Grove and Long Beach. Straight-line distance: 14.24 mi (22.92 km).
#1 Garden Grove
The fourth most populous city in Orange County, California.
| Population | 171,366 |
| Coordinates | 33.7739100, -117.9414500 |
| Altitude | 27 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Long Beach
The second most populous city in California, Long Beach is a major center for business, manufacturing, and tourism.
| Population | 454,681 |
| Coordinates | 33.7669600, -118.1892300 |
| Altitude | 9 |
| Country | United States |
End: E Ocean Boulevard (-118.189236, 33.766924)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 26 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 12m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.77 | $3.29 | $6.58 |
| Mid-grade | $6.07 | $3.46 | $6.92 |
| Premium | $6.24 | $3.56 | $7.12 |
| Diesel | $7.57 | $4.31 | $8.63 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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