Trip from Avocado Heights, CA to Glendale, CA
Drive Time
32m
Distance
25.8 mi
Route Type
Turn-heavy local drive
Quick day tripTrip Overview
The drive from Avocado Heights, CA to Glendale, CA covers 25.8 miles and takes about 32m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Don Julian Road, 3rd Avenue, Valley Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.50 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
12.9 miles from Avocado Heights, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day.
Drive Character
Expect a 32m drive with frequent turns across 25.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Don Julian Road | 0 mi | 0m |
| 3rd Avenue | 0 mi | 0m |
| Valley Boulevard | 0 mi | 0m |
| I 10 West | 0 mi | 0m |
| San Bernardino Freeway | 0 mi | 0m |
| I 5 North | 0 mi | 0m |
| Golden State Freeway | 0 mi | 0m |
| Colorado Street | 0 mi | 0m |
Step-by-Step Directions
Start on 4th Avenue
Turn left onto Don Julian Road
Turn right onto 3rd Avenue
Turn left
Continue straight
Turn left onto Valley Boulevard
Take the ramp right toward I 10 West: Los Angeles
Merge slight left onto San Bernardino Freeway
Take the exit slight right toward I 5 North: Sacramento
Merge slight left onto Golden State Freeway
Take the exit slight right toward Colorado Street
Continue on Colorado Street Freeway Extension
Turn slight right onto West Colorado Street
Turn right onto South Brand Boulevard
Arrive at your destination
When to Leave
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.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Drive Plan
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.9 miles
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Last hour of driving
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Glendale, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
Open the route before leaving Avocado Heights, CA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Stops Along the Way
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.9 mi from Avocado Heights, CA
First break window
Fuel and coffeeA short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Halfway reset
Meal breakThe midpoint is around 12.9 miles from Avocado Heights, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions for the drive, so the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| regular | $3.45 | $3.50 | $7.01 |
| midgrade | $3.85 | $3.91 | $7.82 |
| premium | $4.15 | $4.22 | $8.43 |
| diesel | $3.75 | $3.81 | $7.62 |
Based on 25.4 MPG average. Estimated CO2 emission: 9 kg one way.
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