Glendale

California

2
Destinations

Find driving times and distances from Glendale, USA to 2 destinations. Accurate drive times, mileage, and fuel costs for every trip.

Driving Times from Glendale

2 destinations sorted by distance

Short Drives (under 3 hours) — 2 routes

Los Angeles
10 miles
20 min
Phoenix
10 miles
20 min

Nearby Cities

Hollywood (5 mi)Universal Studios (6 mi)Los Angeles (6 mi)Pasadena (6 mi)West Hollywood (7 mi)Beverly Hills (10 mi)

Routes to Glendale

Los Angeles → GlendalePhoenix → Glendale

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Glendale from Los Angeles?
Glendale is approximately 10 miles from Los Angeles, with a driving time of around 20 min. Drive times vary based on traffic and route chosen.
What cities are within 3 hours of Glendale?
There are 2 cities within 3 hours of Glendale, including Los Angeles, Phoenix. Browse the short drives section above for the full list.
How many driving routes are available from Glendale?
Glendale has 2 driving routes in our database, covering destinations across the US. Each route includes drive time, distance, gas cost, and the best times to travel.

How Far Is Glendale from Major Cities?

Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Glendale to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is San Diego, roughly 140 miles away by road.

San Diego~140 mi · 2h 30m
Fresno~240 mi · 4h 15m
Las Vegas~270 mi · 4h 45m
San Jose~360 mi · 6h 15m
San Francisco~410 mi · 7h

Estimates assume typical highway speeds without extended stops; actual times vary with traffic and weather.

Nearest Major Airports to Glendale

If part of the trip is by air, these are the closest major airports to Glendale by road:

Los Angeles (LAX)~20 mi · 15 min
San Diego (SAN)~140 mi · 2h 30m

Airport drive times are door-to-terminal estimates — add time for parking and security.

Driving from Glendale: What to Know

Located in California in the West Coast, Glendale is well positioned for road trips both short and long. For longer drives, plan a rest stop roughly every two hours, keep your tank above a quarter full, and aim to leave outside the morning and evening rush windows to save time. The main corridor for trips listed on this page is I-5, so check for construction or closures on that route before setting out.

All drive times on this page assume normal conditions. Gas cost estimates use a 30 MPG vehicle at current average fuel prices — a hybrid or EV can cut that cost roughly in half, and you can compare electric options on our EV trip pages.

Explore Routes from Glendale

From Glendale, you can drive to 4 different cities and attractions across the US. This page lists every available route sorted by distance, making it easy to find both nearby getaways and faraway adventures. Each destination card shows the driving distance and estimated travel time at a glance. Click through to any route for in-depth details on highway options, fuel expenses, rest stop suggestions, and real-time traffic considerations to help you plan the perfect trip.