How far is West Menlo Park, CA from Anaheim, CA?
Fastest route
The distance between West Menlo Park, California 94025 and Anaheim, California is approximately 385 miles (620 kilometers). The fastest route, considering current traffic conditions, is to take I-5 S. Here are the directions:
Directions
- Start in West Menlo Park, California 94025.
- Get on I-280 S from Alameda de las Pulgas and Alpine Rd.
- Head southwest on Ashton Ave toward Alameda de las Pulgas.
- Turn left onto Alameda de las Pulgas.
- Pass by Starbucks (on the right).
- Continue straight onto Santa Cruz Ave.
- Use the right lane to take the ramp onto I-280 S.
- Follow I-280 S, CA-85 S, and US-101 S to Leavesley Rd in Gilroy. Take exit 357 from US-101 S.
- Continue on I-280 S.
- Take exit 12B to merge onto CA-85 S toward Gilroy.
- Take exit 357 for Leavesley Rd/CA-152 W toward Gilroy.
- Get on I-5 S in Merced County from CA-152 E.
- Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto Leavesley Rd.
- Continue onto Ferguson Rd.
- Use the right lane to merge onto I-5 S via the ramp to Los Angeles.
- Follow I-5 S to Lincoln Ave in Anaheim. Take exit 111 from I-5 S.
- Keep left to stay on I-5 S, follow signs for CA-60 E/Interstate 5 S/Soto St/Santa Ana.
- Take exit 111 for Lincoln Ave.
- Continue on Lincoln Ave. Drive to N Anaheim Blvd.
- Turn left onto Lincoln Ave.
- Turn left onto N Anaheim Blvd.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Make sure to have enough fuel for the journey.
- ⛽ Plan for rest stops along the way to stretch your legs and refuel if needed.
- 🍽️ Pack some snacks and drinks for the trip.
- 📷 Capture memorable moments by taking photos during the journey.
- 🚧 Stay alert and follow road signs for any construction or detours.
- 📱 Use a GPS navigation app or map to stay on the correct route.
- 🚦 Observe traffic rules and be mindful of other drivers on the road.
- 🚘 Check your vehicle's tires, brakes, and other essential components before the trip.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 06h 48m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Kings County, California
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Menlo Park and Anaheim.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Menlo Park and Anaheim.
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Start on the route
36 m · 11 sec
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Turn right onto Ashton Avenue
90 m · 20 sec · Ashton Avenue
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Turn left onto Alameda de las Pulgas
2552 ft · 1 min · Alameda de las Pulgas
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Turn straight onto Santa Cruz Avenue
2055 ft · 1 min · Santa Cruz Avenue
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Continue on Alpine Road
1.2 mi · 3 min · Alpine Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 280 South: San Jose
905 ft · 22 sec
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Merge slight left onto Junipero Serra Freeway
9.7 mi · 11 min · Junipero Serra Freeway
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Take the exit right toward CA 85 South: Gilroy
2422 ft · 59 sec
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Merge slight left onto West Valley Freeway
18.1 mi · 21 min · West Valley Freeway
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Continue on US 101 South
1922 ft · 27 sec
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Continue straight
20.3 mi · 23 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CA 152 East: 10th Street, Pacheco Pass Road
1539 ft · 40 sec
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Turn left onto East 10th Street
108 m · 13 sec · East 10th Street
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Continue on Pacheco Pass Highway
40.6 mi · 50 min · Pacheco Pass Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 5: Los Angeles
3148 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Westside Freeway
181.1 mi · 3 hr 14 min · Westside Freeway
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Keep slight right
58.4 mi · 1 hr 7 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Golden State Freeway
4.1 mi · 5 min · Golden State Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 405 South
1354 ft · 18 sec
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Keep slight left
24.7 mi · 29 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Golden State Freeway
1.3 mi · 2 min · Golden State Freeway
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Merge slight left onto Santa Ana Freeway
20.7 mi · 24 min · Santa Ana Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Lincoln Avenue
2410 ft · 33 sec
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Turn left onto West Lincoln Avenue
1.3 mi · 4 min · West Lincoln Avenue
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Turn right onto South Anaheim Boulevard
113 m · 14 sec · South Anaheim Boulevard
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Turn right
61 m · 15 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Menlo Park and Anaheim.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Westside Freeway
Merge slight left onto Westside Freeway
181 mi · 03h 14m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Sunny leaving West Menlo Park and Mostly Sunny near Anaheim.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Menlo Park to Anaheim?
The road trip is about 385.7 miles (620.7 km) and usually takes 06h 48m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Kettleman City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 192.6 miles from West Menlo Park and 193.1 miles from Anaheim.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 346 miles (556.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 39.7 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 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM PDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $78.52 one way or $157.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 121 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around West Menlo Park and Mostly Sunny near Anaheim.
Stop Ideas Near Kettleman City
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Kettleman City.
Kettleman City, California
Lemoore, California
Corcoran station
Lemoore (Naval Air Station), California
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Menlo Park and Anaheim. Straight-line distance: 346.05 mi (556.91 km).
#1 West Menlo Park
Census-designated place in San Mateo County, California
| Population | 3,659 |
| Coordinates | 37.4335500, -122.2030200 |
| Altitude | 34 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Anaheim
The second most populous city in Orange County, California and the center of the Anaheim metropolitan area.
| Population | 353,676 |
| Coordinates | 33.8352900, -117.9145000 |
| Altitude | 48 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-117.914539, 33.835404)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 621 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 12h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 48m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.77 | $78.52 | $157.03 |
| Mid-grade | $6.07 | $82.56 | $165.12 |
| Premium | $6.24 | $84.97 | $169.93 |
| Diesel | $7.57 | $102.99 | $205.97 |
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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