Origin
Maywood, CA
Morning in Maywood on Friday
Local time
7:59 AM
PDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Maywood, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
13m
Distance
8.1 mi
13 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 12m
★
6 AM
0h 13m
8 AM
0h 16m
10 AM
0h 14m
12 PM
0h 14m
3 PM
0h 14m
5 PM
0h 15m
8 PM
0h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Maywood, CA
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Los Angeles, CA
Stephen Leonardi
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick and straightforward transit between Maywood and Los Angeles, this 8.1-mile drive is the definition of convenience. Expect to spend just 13 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via the Santa Ana Freeway, Atlantic Boulevard, and the Long Beach Freeway to reach your destination. With a fuel cost of only $1, it is an extremely budget-friendly commute within the Pacific Coast region. This route is ideal for those who prioritize efficiency over a scenic tour, keeping your time on the road to a functional minimum.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 13m. Total distance: 8.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This 8.1-mile journey is a highway-focused drive, with 69% of your time spent navigating major thoroughfares. You should prepare for a quick pace, as the longest uninterrupted stretch spans 4.7 miles while traveling on the Santa Ana Freeway. The road environment shifts from local navigation on Atlantic Boulevard to the higher-speed flow of the Long Beach Freeway. Behind the wheel, you will experience a functional transition from the suburban feel of Maywood into the heart of Los Angeles. Do not expect winding backroads here; instead, you get a direct, high-utility route designed for getting you to your destination as quickly as possible.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Santa Ana Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 4.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Santa Ana Freeway and Atlantic Boulevard. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Atlantic Boulevard.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 8.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 13m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Atlantic Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (I 710 / Long Beach Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Atlantic Boulevard
Turn right onto Atlantic Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
1.3 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 710 / Long Beach Freeway
Merge onto I 710 / Long Beach Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
2.2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the exit toward I 5 North: Los Angeles
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 5 North: Los Angeles
6
4.5 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
US 101 / Santa Ana Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto US 101 / Santa Ana Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
7.4 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward Alameda Street, Union Station
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 2B
Toward Alameda Street, Union Station
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Maywood, CA to Los Angeles, CA, road signs begin pointing toward Union Station along the way.
Union Station
7.4 mi in
|
~11m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Ana Freeway | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| Atlantic Boulevard | 1 mi | 2m |
| Long Beach Freeway | 0.8 mi | <1m |
| North Los Angeles Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Arcadia Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East 1st Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West 1st Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Santa Ana Freeway
— 4.7 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maywood, CA and Los Angeles, CA.
1
Start on this road
78 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Atlantic Boulevard
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Atlantic Boulevard
Use the left lane.
3
Turn slight left
360 ft
·
15 sec
Toward I 710 North: Pasadena
4
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
this road
Toward I 710 North: Long Beach Freeway
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
Merge onto I 710
0.8 mi
·
55 sec
·
Long Beach Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 5 North: Los Angeles
Use the slight left lane.
7
Merge onto I 5
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Santa Ana Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto US 101
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Santa Ana Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 2B
Toward Alameda Street, Union Station
Use the slight right lane.
10
Continue on I 10 EXPR
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
East Arcadia Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
11
Turn left onto North Los Angeles Street
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
North Los Angeles Street
12
Turn right onto East 1st Street
461 ft
·
17 sec
·
East 1st Street
13
Arrive at destination
West 1st Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.86 one way
$3.72 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $1.92 | $3.84 |
| premium | $6.18 | $1.97 | $3.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.79 | $3.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.4 | 0 | $0.85 | $0.39 |
| Efficient EV | 2 | 0 | $0.71 | $0.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.13 | $0.52 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Los Angeles, CA
Morning in Los Angeles on Friday
Local time
7:59 AM
PDT
Current temp
73°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 10 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Lake Wind Advisory
Lake Wind Advisory issued April 16 at 2:48PM PDT until April 16 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 16 at 2:48PM PDT until April 17 at 11:00AM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
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
13m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Maywood, CA to Los Angeles, CA covers 8.1 miles and takes about 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Santa Ana Freeway, Atlantic Boulevard, Long Beach 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 4.1 miles from Maywood, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.86 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 is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 8.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 13m.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Atlantic Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (I 710 / Long Beach Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Maywood, CA to Los Angeles, CA, road signs begin pointing toward Union Station along the way.
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 EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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