Origin
Alondra Park, CA
Late night in Alondra Park on Saturday
Local time
2:50 AM
PDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Alondra Park, CA to Anaheim, CA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
35m
Distance
26.7 mi
43 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 33m
★
6 AM
0h 36m
8 AM
0h 42m
10 AM
0h 38m
12 PM
0h 37m
3 PM
0h 38m
5 PM
0h 42m
8 PM
0h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alondra Park, CA
Tim Gouw
Trip Overview
Alondra Park, CA to Anaheim, CA is 26.7 miles and takes about 35 minutes via Artesia Freeway, Gardena Freeway, and Riverside Freeway, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused journey within the Pacific Coast region, connecting two points in California. You'll primarily be on freeways, making it a quick and efficient trip for those looking to get from point A to point B without much fuss. Consider this a short hop, perfect for a single day of travel.
About the Cities
Arriving in Anaheim, CA
Full guide →Founded 1857
Anaheim is a city in Orange County, California. It is best known for being the home of Disneyland. Its second claim to fame is hosting the National Hockey League's Anaheim Ducks and Major League Baseball's Los Angeles Angels.
Top landmarks
- • Disneyland — American theme park in California owned by The Walt Disney Company
- • Disney California Adventure — theme park in California, part of Disneyland Resort
- • Soarin' — flight motion simulator attraction at Disney parks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 35m. Total distance: 26.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a drive that is 80% highway, meaning you'll spend most of your time on fast-paced freeways like the Artesia Freeway, Gardena Freeway, and Riverside Freeway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 13.1 miles along the Artesia Freeway, offering a sustained period of highway cruising. The character of this drive is predominantly that of a freeway expedition, with minimal time spent on slower local roads. You'll experience a consistent, high-speed journey throughout.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Artesia Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 13.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Artesia Freeway and Gardena Freeway. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Manhattan Beach Boulevard.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 26.7 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Manhattan Beach Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 24.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.1 miles (Harbor Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Manhattan Beach Boulevard
Turn left onto Manhattan Beach Boulevard
Navigation decision point
8
24.8 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Take the exit toward Harbor Boulevard, Lemon Street, Anaheim Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 28
Toward Harbor Boulevard, Lemon Street, Anaheim...
5
25.1 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
Harbor Boulevard
Turn right onto Harbor Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
25.5 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
West La Palma Avenue
Turn left onto West La Palma Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
25.8 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
North Anaheim Boulevard
Turn right onto North Anaheim Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Artesia Freeway | 13.1 mi | 15m |
| Gardena Freeway | 5.6 mi | 6m |
| Riverside Freeway | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| West Artesia Boulevard | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Crenshaw Boulevard | 1 mi | 1m |
| North Anaheim Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Harbor Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West La Palma Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Artesia Freeway
— 13.1 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alondra Park, CA and Anaheim, CA.
1
Start on South Lemoli Avenue
0.1 mi
·
40 sec
·
South Lemoli Avenue
2
Turn left onto Manhattan Beach Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Manhattan Beach Boulevard
3
Turn right onto Crenshaw Boulevard
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Crenshaw Boulevard
4
Turn left onto West Artesia Boulevard
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
West Artesia Boulevard
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on CA 91
5.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Gardena Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on CA 91
13 mi
·
15 min
·
Artesia Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on CA 91
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Riverside Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 28
Toward Harbor Boulevard, Lemon Street, Anaheim Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn right onto Harbor Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
Harbor Boulevard
Use the right lane.
10
Turn left onto West La Palma Avenue
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
West La Palma Avenue
Use the left lane.
11
Turn right onto North Anaheim Boulevard
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
North Anaheim Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on South Anaheim Boulevard
420 ft
·
17 sec
·
South Anaheim Boulevard
13
Turn right
200 ft
·
14 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.63 one way
$7.25 round trip
$3.45/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.85 | $4.05 | $8.09 |
| premium | $4.15 | $4.36 | $8.72 |
| diesel | $3.75 | $3.94 | $7.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.3 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8 | 0 | $2.80 | $1.28 |
| Efficient EV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.34 | $1.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.74 | $1.71 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (67% 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
Late night in Anaheim on Saturday
Local time
2:50 AM
PDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
3 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
35m 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 Alondra Park, CA to Anaheim, CA covers 26.7 miles and takes about 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Artesia Freeway, Gardena Freeway, Riverside Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.4 miles from Alondra Park, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.63 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 26.7 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Manhattan Beach Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 24.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.1 miles (Harbor Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Alondra Park, CA to Anaheim, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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