Origin
Glendale, CA
Afternoon in Glendale on Sunday
Local time
3:00 PM
PDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Glendale, CA to Hermosa Beach, CA
Drive Time
43m
Distance
29 mi
47 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 39m
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6 AM
0h 43m
8 AM
0h 50m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 45m
3 PM
0h 46m
5 PM
0h 50m
8 PM
0h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Glendale, CA
Stephen Leonardi
Hermosa Beach, CA
Abhishek Navlakha
Trip Overview
Spanning just 29 miles, the drive from Glendale to Hermosa Beach is a quick 43-minute trip that fits easily into a single day. You will navigate from the Pacific Coast region, utilizing West Colorado Street and the Colorado Street Freeway Extension before merging onto I-5 South. Because the total duration is under an hour, you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations or heavy logistics. Budgeting about $4 for fuel should be sufficient for this short distance. It is a straightforward, practical route that connects two distinct areas of Southern California without the need for multiple stops.
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
14.5 miles from Glendale, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. You will spend 0% of your time on major highways, as the route emphasizes local surface streets and urban navigation. Because the longest stretch is 0 miles on West Colorado Street, you should be prepared for frequent turns and constant adjustments behind the wheel. The personality of this drive is decidedly urban, requiring your full attention as you transition through the local infrastructure. It is a functional, technical journey that lacks long, uninterrupted highway segments.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Colorado 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 Glendale, CA to Hermosa Beach, CA is easy. At 43m 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 Glendale, CA to Hermosa Beach, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Colorado Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Colorado Street Freeway Extension | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 5 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Golden State Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| CA 110 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Arroyo Seco Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Harbor Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Redondo Beach Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West Colorado Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Glendale, CA and Hermosa Beach, CA.
1
Start on South Brand Boulevard
43 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Brand Boulevard
2
Turn right
210 ft
·
20 sec
3
Turn left onto West Colorado Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Colorado Street
4
Turn left onto Colorado Street Freeway Extension
0.6 mi
·
38 sec
·
Colorado Street Freeway Extension
5
Keep slight left to continue on I 5 South: Los Angeles
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
I 5 South: Los Angeles
6
Merge slight left onto Golden State Freeway
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Golden State Freeway
7
Take the exit slight right toward CA 110 South: Arroyo Seco Parkway, Los Angeles
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
CA 110 South: Arroyo Seco Parkway, Los Angeles
8
Keep slight right to continue on CA 110 South: Arroyo Seco Parkway, Los Angeles
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
CA 110 South: Arroyo Seco Parkway, Los Angeles
9
Merge slight left onto Arroyo Seco Parkway
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Arroyo Seco Parkway
10
Continue on Harbor Freeway
11 mi
·
13 min
·
Harbor Freeway
11
Keep slight right to continue on Harbor Freeway
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Harbor Freeway
12
Take the exit slight right toward Redondo Beach Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Redondo Beach Boulevard
13
Turn right onto West Redondo Beach Boulevard
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
West Redondo Beach Boulevard
14
Turn slight right onto West Artesia Boulevard
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
West Artesia Boulevard
15
Turn sharp left onto Pacific Coast Highway
0.6 mi
·
54 sec
·
Pacific Coast Highway
16
Turn right onto Pier Avenue
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
Pier Avenue
17
Turn left onto Monterey Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Monterey Boulevard
18
Turn right onto 10th Street
436 ft
·
23 sec
·
10th Street
19
Turn right onto Palm Drive
0.1 mi
·
39 sec
·
Palm Drive
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a compact 29-mile trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. However, given the turn-heavy nature of these local roads, try to avoid peak traffic hours to keep your transit time closer to the 43-minute estimate. You do not need to plan for formal rest stops, as the distance is short enough to drive in one go. Keep your $4 fuel budget in mind, but ensure your vehicle is ready for stop-and-go city driving rather than highway cruising. A helpful tip for this route is to map your turns carefully in advance, as the reliance on local streets makes navigation more complex than a standard interstate trek.
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 14.5 miles from Glendale, CA, or about 21m 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 29 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14.5 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hermosa Beach, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Glendale, 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 Glendale, CA
This is one driving day of about 29 miles and 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Glendale, 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 14.5 mi from Glendale, CA · 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 14.5 miles from Glendale, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hermosa Beach, CA
The final approach into Hermosa Beach, 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 Hermosa Beach, 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
$6.72 one way
$13.43 round trip
$5.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.07 | $6.93 | $13.85 |
| premium | $6.24 | $7.13 | $14.26 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.44 | $12.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.04 | $1.39 |
| Efficient EV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.54 | $1.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.06 | $1.86 |
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
Hermosa Beach, CA
Afternoon in Hermosa Beach on Sunday
Local time
3:00 PM
PDT
Current temp
76°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
43m 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 Glendale, CA to Hermosa Beach, CA covers 29 miles and takes about 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Colorado Street, Colorado Street Freeway Extension, I 5 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.5 miles from Glendale, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.72 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 Glendale, CA to Hermosa Beach, CA is easy. At 43m 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 Glendale, CA to Hermosa Beach, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Glendale, CA to Hermosa Beach, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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