Origin
Alhambra, CA
Evening in Alhambra on Tuesday
Local time
7:42 PM
PDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Alhambra, CA to Anaheim, CA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
39m
Distance
27.8 mi
45 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 36m
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6 AM
0h 40m
8 AM
0h 47m
10 AM
0h 42m
12 PM
0h 41m
3 PM
0h 42m
5 PM
0h 46m
8 PM
0h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alhambra, CA
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Trip Overview
Traveling between Alhambra and Anaheim covers 27.8 miles, making this a quick transition within the Pacific Coast region of California. You can easily complete this journey in about 39 minutes, perfect for a straightforward day trip that requires no overnight stay. Because the route relies entirely on local roads rather than highways, you can expect a modest fuel cost of approximately $6. This is a practical, no-fuss drive that avoids the stress of merging onto major freeways. Whether you are heading out for work or leisure, the short distance ensures you will arrive at your destination quickly without needing to plan for long-range travel logistics.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
13.9 miles from Alhambra, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel from start to finish. You will navigate through local streets, specifically utilizing West Main Street, South Atlantic Boulevard, and West Mission Road to reach your destination. Since this route features a 0% highway share, you will not encounter any long, monotonous interstate stretches. Instead, the trip is defined by frequent turns and the stop-and-go nature of city driving. This path is ideal if you prefer avoiding high-speed traffic in favor of a more direct, ground-level navigation through the local area.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Main Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Alhambra, CA to Anaheim, CA is easy. At 39m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Alhambra, CA to Anaheim, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Atlantic Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Mission Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Fremont Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Valley Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Long Beach Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 5 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Santa Ana Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alhambra, CA and Anaheim, CA.
1
Start on North Garfield Avenue
62 ft
·
6 sec
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North Garfield Avenue
2
Turn right onto West Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
3
Turn left onto South Atlantic Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Atlantic Boulevard
4
Turn right onto West Mission Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
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West Mission Road
5
Turn left onto Fremont Avenue
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Fremont Avenue
6
Turn right onto West Valley Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Valley Boulevard
7
Turn left onto Long Beach Freeway
4.0 mi
·
4 min
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Long Beach Freeway
8
Take the exit slight left toward I 5 South: Santa Ana
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
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I 5 South: Santa Ana
9
Merge slight right onto Santa Ana Freeway
18 mi
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21 min
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Santa Ana Freeway
10
Take the exit slight right toward Lincoln Avenue
0.5 mi
·
33 sec
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Lincoln Avenue
11
Turn left onto West Lincoln Avenue
1.3 mi
·
3 min
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West Lincoln Avenue
12
Turn right onto South Anaheim Boulevard
371 ft
·
14 sec
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South Anaheim Boulevard
13
Turn right
200 ft
·
15 sec
14
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 39-minute excursion, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. However, given the nature of local city streets, keep in mind that traffic patterns on these specific roads can fluctuate throughout the day. You will not need to plan for any formal stops along the way, as the 27.8-mile distance is easily manageable in one sitting. To ensure the smoothest experience, check your GPS for real-time traffic updates before leaving Alhambra, as local road construction or unexpected congestion on West Main Street can impact your arrival time. Focus on staying alert at intersections, as the heavy concentration of turns requires your full attention throughout the drive.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 13.9 miles from Alhambra, CA, or about 19m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 27.8 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.9 miles or 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Anaheim, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Alhambra, CA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Alhambra, CA
This is one driving day of about 27.8 miles and 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Alhambra, CA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.9 mi from Alhambra, CA · 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
14 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 27.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 13.9 miles from Alhambra, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Anaheim, CA
The final approach into Anaheim, CA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Anaheim, CA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.39 one way
$12.78 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $6.58 | $13.17 |
| premium | $6.18 | $6.76 | $13.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.14 | $12.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.92 | $1.33 |
| Efficient EV | 7 | 0 | $2.43 | $1.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.89 | $1.78 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Anaheim, CA
Evening in Anaheim on Tuesday
Local time
7:42 PM
PDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
39m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Alhambra, CA to Anaheim, CA covers 27.8 miles and takes about 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Main Street, South Atlantic Boulevard, West Mission Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.9 miles from Alhambra, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.39 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Alhambra, CA to Anaheim, CA is easy. At 39m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Alhambra, CA to Anaheim, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Alhambra, CA to Anaheim, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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