How long does it take to drive from Long Beach to Anaheim?

The drive from Long Beach to Anaheim takes about 19 min in normal traffic at typical highway speeds.

Where is the halfway point between Long Beach and Anaheim?

The geographic midpoint sits roughly between the two cities. Use MidMeetup's halfway point calculator to see the exact coordinates and venue suggestions.

What are the best restaurants or coffee shops halfway between Long Beach and Anaheim?

MidMeetup ranks restaurants, coffee shops, and bars within walking distance of the exact midpoint between Long Beach and Anaheim, filtered by rating and current opening hours.

Distance Guide

How far is Long Beach from Anaheim?

Q: How far is Long Beach from Anaheim?

Long Beach, CA is approximately 17 miles from Anaheim, CA as the crow flies, and around the same by interstate driving.

The distance between Long Beach, CA and Anaheim, CA is about 17 miles — roughly a 19 min drive at typical highway speeds.

Distance

17 mi

Drive time

19 min

Midpoint

33.803°, -118.054°

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Midpoint

33.8033°, -118.0540°

Long Beach and Anaheim are about 17 miles apart — each person drives roughly 9 miles.

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Sample of top spots near this midpoint

Coffee

Roastery & Co.

★ 4.8 · Open · Quick stop

Brunch

Sunday Skillet

★ 4.7 · Open · Patio seating

Bar

The Halfway House

★ 4.6 · Open · Walkable

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Driving from Long Beach to Anaheim

Most drivers cover the 17-mile route in about 19 min, depending on traffic, weather, and stops. The fair midpoint — a natural place to break the trip or meet someone driving from the other direction.

Meet in the middle instead of driving the whole way

If you and a friend are both making this trip just to see each other, meeting halfway saves everyone roughly half the drive — about 9 miles each instead of 17. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.

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