Road Trips from Beverly Hills, CA
Planning a weekend escape from Beverly Hills? You've got options ranging from quick, efficient drives to more ambitious journeys. The available routes offer a mix of mostly highway paths, with some options providing access to significant natural areas like the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. Whether you're looking for a short, under-an-hour trip to a nearby city or a longer haul north, there's a drive to fit your needs, keeping you on the road for less than two hours for most southern destinations.
Total Routes
8
Shortest
0.3h
With Parks Nearby
8
Under 2 hours
Riverside, CA
1h 24m65.2 mi one way
This 1.4-hour drive takes you east on mostly highway. It's a solid choice if you want to get out of town relatively quickly, covering 65.2 miles. The drive score is high at 8, and you'll have access to parks, including the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area.
Los Angeles, CA
19m10.7 mi one way
For the shortest trip, this 0.3-hour drive to Los Angeles is your best bet at just 10.7 miles. It features a mix of highway and surface streets, with a drive score of 8. Parks are accessible, including the nearby Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area.
Long Beach, CA
44m32 mi one way
This 0.7-hour trip covers 32 miles on mostly highway, earning a drive score of 7. It's a convenient option for a quick getaway. Like other nearby destinations, it offers access to parks such as the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area.
San Bernardino, CA
1h 29m70 mi one way
Clocking in at 1.5 hours and 70 miles, this is a predominantly highway route with a drive score of 7. It's a longer option than heading to Riverside but still manageable for a day trip, with park access including the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area.
Irvine, CA
1h 4m52.6 mi one way
This 1.1-hour drive spans 52.6 miles, primarily using the highway system. It offers a solid drive score of 7 and the availability of parks like the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, making it a good intermediate option.
Weekend trip
Sacramento, CA
7h 2m382 mi one way
For a significant journey, this 7-hour, 382-mile drive is mostly highway with a high drive score of 8. It's a long haul that also provides access to more distant parks like the César E. Chávez National Monument.
Oakland, CA
6h 50m368.3 mi one way
This extensive 6.8-hour drive covers 368.3 miles, predominantly on highways, and boasts a drive score of 8. It's a substantial trip north, offering access to parks such as the San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park.
San Francisco, CA
7h 5m379.9 mi one way
At 7.1 hours and 379.9 miles, this is one of the longest trips, mostly on highways with a drive score of 8. It provides access to notable parks like the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, ideal for a longer excursion.
Browse by Mood
Riverside, CA
1h 24m65.2 mi one way
Sacramento, CA
7h 2m382 mi one way
Los Angeles, CA
19m10.7 mi one way
Oakland, CA
6h 50m368.3 mi one way
Riverside, CA
1h 24m65.2 mi one way
Sacramento, CA
7h 2m382 mi one way
Los Angeles, CA
19m10.7 mi one way
Oakland, CA
6h 50m368.3 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring drives benefit from mild weather, making the 1-2 hour trips to nearby cities and the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area pleasant.
Summer
Summer is ideal for longer drives north, like to San Francisco, with ample daylight for exploring parks such as the Golden Gate National Recreation Area.
Fall
Fall offers cooler temperatures for extended drives, making the 7-hour routes to Oakland or Sacramento more comfortable for exploring.
Winter
Winter drives are feasible for shorter trips, with park access like the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area remaining open for exploration.
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