How long does it take to drive from Los Angeles to Long Beach?

The drive from Los Angeles to Long Beach takes about 22 min in normal traffic at typical highway speeds.

Where is the halfway point between Los Angeles and Long Beach?

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 Los Angeles and Long Beach?

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

Distance Guide

How far is Los Angeles from Long Beach?

Q: How far is Los Angeles from Long Beach?

Los Angeles, CA is approximately 20 miles from Long Beach, CA as the crow flies, and around the same by interstate driving.

The distance between Los Angeles, CA and Long Beach, CA is about 20 miles — roughly a 22 min drive at typical highway speeds.

Distance

20 mi

Drive time

22 min

Midpoint

33.911°, -118.219°

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Midpoint

33.9111°, -118.2187°

Los Angeles and Long Beach are about 20 miles apart — each person drives roughly 10 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 Los Angeles to Long Beach

Most drivers cover the 20-mile route in about 22 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 10 miles each instead of 20. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.

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