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

The driving distance from Glendale, CA to Avocado Heights, CA is about 24.5 miles (39.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 33m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 16.8 miles (27 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 07m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
24.49 mi
00h 33m
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

Road route
24.49 mi
Kilometers
39.42 km
Drive Time
00h 33m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 33m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Avocado Heights
Tue, Jun 2, 2:50 PM PDT
Return by in Glendale
Tue, Jun 2, 3:23 PM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Glendale
2026-06-02T14:16
Arrive Avocado Heights
Tue, Jun 2, 2:50 PM PDT
Route Timing
00h 33m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:34 AM to 7:34 PM PDT

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

Leave by
7:22 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
Belvedere
CA

Town in Marin County, California

From Glendale
12.2 mi
00h 16m
To Avocado Heights
12.2 mi
00h 16m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
78°F
Tuesday

Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, Jun 2 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph S
Destination
75°F
Tuesday

Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, Jun 2 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Glendale and Avocado Heights.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on South Brand Boulevard

    13 m · 4 sec · South Brand Boulevard

  2. 2

    Turn right

    64 m · 20 sec

  3. 3

    Turn left onto West Colorado Street

    1.1 km · 1 min · West Colorado Street

  4. 4

    Turn left onto Colorado Street Freeway Extension

    3029 ft · 38 sec · Colorado Street Freeway Extension

  5. 5

    Keep slight left to continue on I 5 South: Los Angeles

    1556 ft · 38 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto Golden State Freeway

    7 mi · 8 min · Golden State Freeway

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward I 10 East: San Bernardino

    1771 ft · 43 sec

  8. 8

    Keep slight left to continue on I 10 East: San Bernardino

    2232 ft · 55 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left onto San Bernardino Freeway

    8.5 mi · 10 min · San Bernardino Freeway

  10. 10

    Keep slight right to continue on San Bernardino Freeway

    3.7 mi · 4 min · San Bernardino Freeway

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward I 605 South

    1682 ft · 36 sec

  12. 12

    Merge slight left onto San Gabriel River Freeway

    2608 ft · 34 sec · San Gabriel River Freeway

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward Valley Boulevard

    992 ft · 42 sec

  14. 14

    Keep slight right to continue on Valley Boulevard

    76 m · 11 sec

  15. 15

    Turn straight onto Valley Boulevard

    1.1 mi · 2 min · Valley Boulevard

  16. 16

    Turn right

    981 ft · 27 sec

  17. 17

    At the end of the road, turn right onto 3rd Avenue

    1981 ft · 1 min · 3rd Avenue

  18. 18

    Turn left onto Don Julian Road

    1383 ft · 36 sec · Don Julian Road

  19. 19

    Turn right onto 4th Avenue

    22 m · 3 sec · 4th Avenue

  20. 20

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · 4th Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Glendale and Avocado Heights.

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
20 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
3 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
81.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
San Bernardino Freeway
12.2 mi · 50%
Golden State Freeway
6.98 mi · 28%
Valley Boulevard
1.3 mi · 5%
I 10 East
0.76 mi · 3%
West Colorado Street
0.65 mi · 3%
Colorado Street Freeway Extension
0.57 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

San Bernardino Freeway

Merge slight left onto San Bernardino Freeway

8.55 mi · 00h 10m

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 33m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
01h 08m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+7.7 mi
16.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Belvedere
00h 16m from Glendale
Leave By
7:22 PM PDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny leaving Glendale and Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny 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 24.5 miles (39.4 km) and usually takes 00h 33m 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?

Belvedere is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.2 miles from Glendale and 12.2 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 7.7 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 7:22 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.96 one way or $9.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny around Glendale and Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny near Avocado Heights.

Stop Ideas Near Belvedere

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 Belvedere and the surrounding midpoint area.
Bell Gardens Inn Los Angeles
Stay option 6 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 6.7 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 6 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 6.7 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 Belvedere.

RAIL

Los Angeles Union Station

6 mi away
800 North Alameda Street
BUS

Pasadena, California

12 mi away
150 South Los Robles Ave.
RAIL

Glendale Transportation Center

12 mi away
400 West Cerritos Avenue
BUS

Westchester, CA

22 mi away
6860 Park Terrace Drive

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: 39 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 48m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 36m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 29m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 24m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 20m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 18m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.86 gal
3.27 L · about $4.96
Round trip
$9.92
1.72 gal · 6.54 L
Estimated CO2
7.6 kg one way
Round trip: 15.3 kg / 34 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.77 $4.96 $9.92
Mid-grade $6.07 $5.22 $10.43
Premium $6.24 $5.37 $10.74
Diesel $7.57 $6.51 $13.02

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 · Jun 02, 2026

There is no time difference between Glendale and Avocado Heights. The current time is 14:16:18.

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.