Monrovia, CA Road Trips
With 4 routes heading out and 2 heading in, Monrovia, CA works well as a launching point in the Pacific Coast. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 380 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Monrovia, CA head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
Photo: Stephen Leonardi
Trip Routes
6
Longest Drive
394.2 mi
Sacramento, CA
Quickest Drive
6h 23m
Stockton, CA
Plan Around Monrovia, CA
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Monrovia, CA is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Monrovia, CA
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Monrovia, CA
Driving from Monrovia, CA
The typical drive from Monrovia, CA covers about 380 miles and takes around 7h. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 394 miles (7h 17m), while the shortest is just 347 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Monrovia, CA most often head toward Sacramento, CA (394.2 mi, 7h 14m), San Francisco, CA (392.1 mi, 7h 17m), Laguna, CA (384.9 mi, 7h 7m), and Stockton, CA (347.3 mi, 6h 23m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
For the average 380-mile drive from Monrovia, CA, expect to burn about 15 gallons of fuel one way at 25 MPG. Check local pump prices before you go to lock in your budget.
Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. These are full-day drives. Start by 7 or 8 AM if you want to arrive at a reasonable hour without rushing.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 4 mapped routes leaving Monrovia, CA and 2 routes heading into Monrovia, CA, covering 6 total connections. Distances range from 347 to 394 miles.
The longest mapped route from Monrovia, CA covers 394 miles and takes approximately 7h 17m. Shorter options start at just 347 miles.
The average route from Monrovia, CA runs about 380 miles with a drive time of roughly 7h. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
The most popular road trip destinations from Monrovia, CA include Sacramento, CA, San Francisco, CA, Laguna, CA and Stockton, CA. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Monrovia, CA by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
37,553
Median Income
$97,083
Median Home Value
$891,700
Median Age
38.3
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Notable People from Monrovia, CA
A sampling of people born in Monrovia, CA.
Jacob Smith
1990
American actor
Velma Dunn
1918–2007
diver (1918–2007)
Corie Blount
1969
American basketball player
Kenny Baker
1912–1985
American singer and actor (1912-1985)
Ashley Nick
1987
American soccer player
Juma Sultan
1942
American musician
Katie Johnson
1994
Mexican-American soccer player
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Monrovia, CA.
Aztec Hotel
hotel in Monrovia, United States of America
City data from Wikidata (Q926988), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Monrovia, CA
Monrovia is a city in Los Angeles County in Southern California.
1 Monrovia Historical Museum, 742 E Lemon Ave, ☏ +1 626 357-9537.
Thai Time, 614 S. Myrtle Ave, ☏ +1 626-534-8013.
Aztec Hotel, 311 W Foothill Blvd, ☏ +1 626-493-8201, [email protected]. Comfort Inn, 1125 E Huntington Dr, ☏ +1 626 358-0430. Courtyard by Marriott Los Angeles Pasadena/Monrovia, 700 W Huntington Dr, ☏ +1 626 357-5211. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Monrovia - Pasadena Area, 924 West Huntington Dr, ☏ +1 626 357-1900. Extended Stay America - Los Angeles - Monrovia, 930 S 5th Ave, ☏ +1 626 256-6999. Oak Park Motel, 925 E Huntington Dr, ☏ +1 626 358-1148. Oak Tree Inn, 788 W Huntington Dr, ☏ +1 626 358-8981, fax: +1 626 301-0657, [email protected].
Take the Myrtle Avenue off ramp from the 210 freeway and go north. Old Town is less than a mile from the freeway. The Metro Gold Line light rail service to Pasadena and Downtown L.A. stops in Monrovia with a stop at Myrtle Avenue and Duarte Road.
Once you get into Old Town you will see that parking is free, and much of the town can be seen on foot. There is a free trolley that runs during the day, that will port you from Old Town to other shopping areas.
Travel tips adapted from Monrovia (California) on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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