How far is Topanga Oaks, CA from Glendale, CA?
The driving distance from Topanga Oaks, CA to Glendale, CA is about 28.2 miles (45.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19.4 miles (31.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 20m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 40m.
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.
Located in the central San Fernando Valley, this Los Angeles neighborhood is a densely populated area.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Topanga Oaks and Glendale.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Topanga Oaks and Glendale.
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Start on Fontaine Road
1009 ft · 44 sec · Fontaine Road
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Turn straight onto North Topanga Canyon Boulevard
6.7 mi · 13 min · North Topanga Canyon Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight right toward US 101 South: Los Angeles
1066 ft · 17 sec
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Merge slight left onto Ventura Freeway
13 mi · 15 min · Ventura Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on Ventura Freeway
1.5 km · 1 min · Ventura Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on Ventura Freeway
1.4 mi · 2 min · Ventura Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on Ventura Freeway
1.6 km · 1 min · Ventura Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on Ventura Freeway
1.6 km · 1 min · Ventura Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on Ventura Freeway
1.4 mi · 2 min · Ventura Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 5 South: Los Angeles
2173 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left onto Golden State Freeway
2043 ft · 27 sec · Golden State Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Colorado Street, South Pacific Avenue, San Fernando Road
2274 ft · 30 sec
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Continue on Colorado Street Freeway Extension
3013 ft · 38 sec · Colorado Street Freeway Extension
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Turn slight right onto West Colorado Street
1.1 km · 1 min · West Colorado Street
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Turn right onto South Brand Boulevard
9 m · 1 sec · South Brand Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Brand Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Topanga Oaks and Glendale.
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.
Ventura Freeway
Merge slight left onto Ventura Freeway
13 mi · 00h 15m
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.
Sunny leaving Topanga Oaks and Sunny near Glendale.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Topanga Oaks to Glendale?
The road trip is about 28.2 miles (45.4 km) and usually takes 00h 40m 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?
Van Nuys is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14 miles from Topanga Oaks and 14.2 miles from Glendale.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19.4 miles (31.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.8 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 7:10 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.26 one way or $12.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Topanga Oaks and Sunny near Glendale.
Stop Ideas Near Van Nuys
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
The Beverly Hilton
City of Beverly Hills Parking Lot
Calabasas City Hall
Platinum Banquet Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Van Nuys.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Topanga Oaks and Glendale. Straight-line distance: 19.39 mi (31.2 km).
#1 Topanga Oaks
Situated in the Santa Monica Mountains of Los Angeles County at an elevation of 971 feet, this unincorporated community forms part of Topanga Canyon.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 34.1011200, -118.5903600 |
| Altitude | 296 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Glendale
The second most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
| Population | 197,747 |
| Coordinates | 34.1425100, -118.2550800 |
| Altitude | 159 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Brand Boulevard (-118.255076, 34.14251)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 45 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 21m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $6.26 | $6.26 | $12.52 |
| Mid-grade | $6.50 | $6.50 | $13.00 |
| Premium | $6.69 | $6.69 | $13.38 |
| Diesel | $8.41 | $8.41 | $16.83 |
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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