How long does it take to drive from Santa Monica to Pasadena?

The drive from Santa Monica to Pasadena takes about 24 min in normal traffic at typical highway speeds.

Where is the halfway point between Santa Monica and Pasadena?

The geographic midpoint sits roughly Beverly Hills or Hollywood. Use MidMeetup's halfway point calculator to see the exact coordinates and venue suggestions.

What are the best restaurants or coffee shops halfway between Santa Monica and Pasadena?

MidMeetup ranks restaurants, coffee shops, and bars within walking distance of the exact midpoint between Santa Monica and Pasadena, filtered by rating and current opening hours.

Distance Guide

How far is Santa Monica from Pasadena?

Q: How far is Santa Monica from Pasadena?

Santa Monica, CA is approximately 22 miles from Pasadena, CA as the crow flies, and around the same by interstate driving.

The distance between Santa Monica, CA and Pasadena, CA is about 22 miles — roughly a 24 min drive at typical highway speeds.

Distance

22 mi

Drive time

24 min

Midpoint

34.084°, -118.318°

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Midpoint

34.0836°, -118.3178°

Santa Monica and Pasadena are about 22 miles apart — each person drives roughly 11 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 Santa Monica to Pasadena

Most drivers cover the 22-mile route in about 24 min, depending on traffic, weather, and stops. The fair midpoint lands Beverly Hills or Hollywood — 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 11 miles each instead of 22. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.

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