How far is Glendale, CA from Avocado Heights, CA?

The estimated driving distance from Glendale, CA to Avocado Heights, CA is about 22.7 miles (36.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 34m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 16.8 miles (27 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 09m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT.
Road route is being refreshed. This page currently uses an estimated driving distance until a routing provider returns the full road geometry.
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Road
22.67 mi
00h 34m · estimated
Flight
16.8 mi
27.03 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
16.8 mi
Kilometers
27.03 km
Flight Time
00h 02m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
22.67 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
36.49 km
Drive Time
00h 34m

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Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Avocado Heights
Fri, Apr 10, 2:43 PM PDT
Return by in Glendale
Fri, Apr 10, 3:18 PM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Glendale
2026-04-10T14:08
Arrive Avocado Heights
Fri, Apr 10, 2:43 PM PDT
Route Timing
00h 34m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:35 AM to 7:35 PM PDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:20 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Glendale
10:00 PM PDT
Flexible departure

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
Alhambra
CA

A city in Los Angeles County, California.

From Glendale
8.4 mi
00h 17m
To Avocado Heights
14.3 mi
00h 17m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
72°F
Friday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph S
Destination
52°F
Friday Night

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 11:00 AM PDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Glendale and Avocado Heights.

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Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 34m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
01h 10m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+5.9 mi
16.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Alhambra
00h 17m from Glendale
Leave By
7:20 PM PDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain leaving Glendale and Chance Rain Showers near Avocado Heights.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Glendale to Avocado Heights?

The road trip is about 22.7 miles (36.5 km) and usually takes 00h 34m 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?

Alhambra is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.4 miles from Glendale and 14.3 miles from Avocado Heights.

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

The direct path is about 16.8 miles (27 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.9 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 7:20 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.62 one way or $9.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain around Glendale and Chance Rain Showers near Avocado Heights.

Stop Ideas Near Alhambra

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 Alhambra and the surrounding midpoint area.
Bell Gardens Inn Los Angeles
Stay option 8.1 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 5.4 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
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 8.7 mi away

City of Los Angeles

Los Angeles , CA
1149 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90015, United States
Rating 5.0/5 1 reviews E-commerce service
Stop photo coming soon
Meeting point 4.5 mi away

City Of El Monte Public Works Department

El Monte , CA
3990 Arden Dr, El Monte, CA 91731, United States
Rating 5.0/5 3 reviews City government office

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Alhambra.

BUS

Pasadena, California

5 mi away
150 South Los Robles Ave.
RAIL

Los Angeles Union Station

11 mi away
800 North Alameda Street
RAIL

Glendale Transportation Center

12 mi away
400 West Cerritos Avenue
BUS

La Crescenta, California

20 mi away
Honolulu & Lowell Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Glendale and Avocado Heights. Straight-line distance: 16.8 mi (27.03 km).

Glendale

#1 Glendale

The second most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.

Population197,747
Coordinates34.1425100, -118.2550800
Altitude159
CountryUnited States
Avocado Heights

#2 Avocado Heights

Census designated place

Population15,411
Coordinates34.0361200, -117.9911800
Altitude103
CountryUnited States
Start: Glendale (-118.25508, 34.14251)
End: Avocado Heights (-117.99118, 34.03612)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 36 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 45m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 34m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 27m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 22m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 19m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 16m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.8 gal
3.03 L · about $4.62
Round trip
$9.23
1.6 gal · 6.06 L
Estimated CO2
7.1 kg one way
Round trip: 14.2 kg / 31 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.77 $4.62 $9.23
Mid-grade $6.07 $4.85 $9.71
Premium $6.24 $4.99 $9.99
Diesel $7.57 $6.05 $12.11

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 10, 2026

There is no time difference between Glendale and Avocado Heights. The current time is 14:08:35.

Distance to Other Cities

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