How far is Irvine, CA from Walnut Park, CA?

The driving distance from Irvine, CA to Walnut Park, CA is about 41.1 miles (66.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 50m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 30.9 miles (49.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 41m 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
41.08 mi
00h 50m
Flight
30.95 mi
49.81 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
30.95 mi
Kilometers
49.81 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
41.08 mi
Kilometers
66.11 km
Drive Time
00h 50m

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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 50m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Walnut Park
Sun, Apr 19, 10:20 AM PDT
Return by in Irvine
Sun, Apr 19, 11:11 AM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Irvine
2026-04-19T09:29
Arrive Walnut Park
Sun, Apr 19, 10:20 AM PDT
Route Timing
00h 50m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:51 AM to 10:51 AM PDT

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

Leave by
4:48 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Irvine
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
Rossmoor
CA

Census-designated place in Orange County, California, United States

From Irvine
20.6 mi
00h 25m
To Walnut Park
20.6 mi
00h 25m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
76°F
Sunday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph SW
Destination
79°F
Sunday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Irvine and Walnut Park.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Irvine and Walnut Park.

  1. 1

    Start on San Diego Freeway

    1.4 mi · 2 min · San Diego Freeway

  2. 2

    Take the exit slight right toward University Drive, Jeffrey Road

    1456 ft · 21 sec

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Jeffrey Road

    951 ft · 22 sec · Jeffrey Road

  4. 4

    Take the ramp slight right toward I 405 North: Los Angeles

    1228 ft · 18 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left onto San Diego Freeway

    6.5 mi · 7 min · San Diego Freeway

  6. 6

    Keep slight right to continue on San Diego Freeway

    9.7 mi · 11 min · San Diego Freeway

  7. 7

    Keep slight left

    3.5 mi · 4 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward I 605 North

    3231 ft · 1 min

  9. 9

    Merge slight left onto San Gabriel River Freeway

    8.7 mi · 10 min · San Gabriel River Freeway

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward Imperial Highway

    2262 ft · 55 sec

  11. 11

    Turn slight right

    59 m · 5 sec

  12. 12

    Turn straight onto Hoxie Avenue

    83 m · 7 sec · Hoxie Avenue

  13. 13

    Take the ramp right toward I 105 West

    930 ft · 23 sec

  14. 14

    Continue on Century Freeway

    1699 ft · 22 sec · Century Freeway

  15. 15

    Keep slight right to continue on Century Freeway

    5.6 mi · 6 min · Century Freeway

  16. 16

    Take the exit slight right toward Long Beach Boulevard

    1832 ft · 49 sec

  17. 17

    Turn right onto Long Beach Boulevard

    2.9 mi · 5 min · Long Beach Boulevard

  18. 18

    Continue on Pacific Boulevard

    791 ft · 18 sec · Pacific Boulevard

  19. 19

    Turn right

    14 m · 3 sec

  20. 20

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Irvine and Walnut Park.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
20 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
8
2 merges, 6 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
48.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
San Diego Freeway
21.1 mi · 51%
San Gabriel River Freeway
8.66 mi · 21%
Century Freeway
5.9 mi · 14%
Long Beach Boulevard
3.25 mi · 8%
I 605 North
0.61 mi · 1%
Imperial Highway
0.43 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

San Diego Freeway

Keep slight right to continue on San Diego Freeway

9.75 mi · 00h 11m

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 50m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 42m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+10.2 mi
30.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Rossmoor
00h 25m from Irvine
Leave By
4:48 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Irvine and Mostly Sunny near Walnut Park.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Irvine to Walnut Park?

The road trip is about 41.1 miles (66.1 km) and usually takes 00h 50m 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?

Rossmoor is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.6 miles from Irvine and 20.6 miles from Walnut Park.

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

The direct path is about 30.9 miles (49.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.2 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 4:48 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.37 one way or $16.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Irvine and Mostly Sunny near Walnut Park.

Stop Ideas Near Rossmoor

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 Rossmoor and the surrounding midpoint area.
Bell Gardens Inn Los Angeles
Stay option 14.9 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
Newport Beach Municipal Operations
Scenic stop 12.9 mi away

Newport Beach Municipal Operations

Newport Beach , CA
592 Superior Ave, Newport Beach, CA 92663, United States
Rating 5.0/5 1 reviews City government office,Government office,Park
City of Tustin Parks & Recreation
Meeting point 14.6 mi away

City of Tustin Parks & Recreation

Tustin , CA
300 Centennial Way, Tustin, CA 92780, United States
Rating 5.0/5 4 reviews City government office
The City of Orange
Nearby stop 12.7 mi away

The City of Orange

Orange , CA
300 E Chapman Ave, Orange, CA 92866, United States
Rating 5.0/5 15 reviews Business center

Transit and Meeting Points

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

BUS

Long Beach, California

10 mi away
601 North Long Beach Blvd.
BUS

San Pedro (Catalina Terminal), California

18 mi away
1st Stop: N.Front & Swinford, Berth 95, Catalina
RAIL

Fullerton Transportation Center

18 mi away
120 East Santa Fe Avenue
RAIL

Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center

19 mi away
2150 East Katella Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Irvine and Walnut Park. Straight-line distance: 30.95 mi (49.81 km).

Irvine

#1 Irvine

A city located in Orange County, California.

Population283,700
Coordinates33.6694600, -117.8231100
Altitude17
CountryUnited States
Walnut Park

#2 Walnut Park

Census designated place

Population15,966
Coordinates33.9680700, -118.2250700
Altitude45
CountryUnited States
Start: Irvine (-117.82311, 33.66946)
End: Walnut Park (-118.22507, 33.96807)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 66 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 22m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 01m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 49m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 41m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 35m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 30m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.45 gal
5.49 L · about $8.37
Round trip
$16.73
2.9 gal · 10.98 L
Estimated CO2
12.9 kg one way
Round trip: 25.8 kg / 57 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.77 $8.37 $16.73
Mid-grade $6.07 $8.80 $17.59
Premium $6.24 $9.05 $18.10
Diesel $7.57 $10.97 $21.94

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 Irvine and Walnut Park. The current time is 09:29:34.

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.