Origin
Westminster, CA
Afternoon in Westminster on Sunday
Local time
4:19 PM
PDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Westminster, CA to Long Beach, CA
Drive Time
22m
Distance
11.5 mi
19 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
★
6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 26m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 24m
5 PM
0h 26m
8 PM
0h 21m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Westminster, CA
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Long Beach, CA
Saidamir Mukhitdinov
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Westminster to Long Beach, you are looking at a quick 11.5-mile journey that typically takes about 22 minutes. This brief trip sits entirely within the Pacific Coast region, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day outing. You will primarily utilize a combination of I-405, CA-22, and East 7th Street to navigate between these two California cities. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $3, this route is highly efficient for commuters or casual travelers. Because the transit time is so short, there is no need for an overnight stay; you can easily complete the round trip in one go. It is a straightforward, practical link between two coastal hubs that keeps your logistics simple and your costs low.
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
5.8 miles from Westminster, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 8m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 11.5-mile drive offers a mixed-road profile, balancing the efficiency of major interstates with the reality of local surface streets. You will spend roughly 53% of your time on highways, providing a quick transition as you move through the area. As you navigate the path, expect to encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 2.7 miles while traveling along East 7th Street. The character of the road shifts from the high-speed flow of the I-405 and CA-22 to the more measured pace of local traffic. Being behind the wheel here requires you to stay alert for these transitions, as you move from heavy-duty highway lanes into the standard stop-and-go patterns of city streets.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East 7th Street is the longest continuous segment at about 2.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in near I 405.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 11.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles (I 405): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles (CA 22): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.1 miles (East 7th Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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
1.9 mi into trip
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~3m in
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I 405
Keep slight left at fork onto I 405
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
4.6 mi into trip
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~6m in
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CA 22
Take the exit onto CA 22 toward CA 22 West: Long Beach
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 23
Toward CA 22 West: Long Beach
6
7.1 mi into trip
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~10m in
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East 7th Street
Keep slight left at fork onto East 7th Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
9.9 mi into trip
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~17m in
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Rose Avenue
Turn left onto Rose Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
10.1 mi into trip
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~18m in
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East 4th Street
At end of road, turn right onto East 4th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East 7th Street | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| I 405 | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| CA 22 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| San Diego Freeway | 0.9 mi | <1m |
| Westminster Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| East 4th Street | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| Alamitos Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| East Ocean Boulevard | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
East 7th Street
— 2.7 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Westminster, CA and Long Beach, CA.
1
Start on Westminster Boulevard
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Westminster Boulevard
Use the none lane.
2
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
3
Merge onto I 405
0.9 mi
·
58 sec
·
San Diego Freeway
4
Keep slight left at fork onto I 405
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit onto CA 22
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
CA 22
Exit 23
Toward CA 22 West: Long Beach
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto East 7th Street
2.7 mi
·
6 min
·
East 7th Street
Use the none lane.
7
Turn left onto Rose Avenue
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
Rose Avenue
Use the left lane.
8
At end of road, turn right onto East 4th Street
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East 4th Street
Use the none lane.
9
Turn left onto Alamitos Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Alamitos Avenue
Use the left lane.
10
Turn right onto East Ocean Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Ocean Boulevard
Use the right lane.
11
Arrive at destination
East Ocean Boulevard
Trip Plan
Since this is such a short, 22-minute excursion, you have significant flexibility in your departure time. You can easily fit this trip into your schedule without needing to plan for meal breaks or rest stops, as the total distance is only 11.5 miles. Keep in mind that your fuel costs will remain minimal at around $3, so you do not need to worry about scouting for the cheapest gas stations along the way. To make the most of your drive, stay mindful of the transition points between the highway sections and East 7th Street. Because you won't be making any formal stops, ensure your vehicle is ready for a non-stop run before you pull out of Westminster.
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 5.8 miles from Westminster, CA, or about 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 2.7 miles.
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 11.5 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.8 miles or 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Long Beach, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Westminster, 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 Westminster, CA
This is one driving day of about 11.5 miles and 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Westminster, 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.
The longest stretch is on East 7th Street for about 2.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.8 mi from Westminster, CA · 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
6 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 11.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.8 miles from Westminster, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Long Beach, CA
The final approach into Long 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 Long 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
$2.66 one way
$5.33 round trip
$5.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.07 | $2.75 | $5.49 |
| premium | $6.24 | $2.83 | $5.65 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.55 | $5.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.21 | $0.55 |
| Efficient EV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.01 | $0.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.61 | $0.74 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Long Beach, CA
Afternoon in Long Beach on Sunday
Local time
4:19 PM
PDT
Current temp
74°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
19 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
22m 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 Westminster, CA to Long Beach, CA covers 11.5 miles and takes about 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East 7th Street, I 405, CA 22. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.8 miles from Westminster, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.66 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 demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 11.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles (I 405): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles (CA 22): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.1 miles (East 7th Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Westminster, CA to Long Beach, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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