Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
47m
Distance
37.4 mi
60 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Los Angeles, CA
Stephen Leonardi
Westlake Village, CA
Wikimedia Commons
If you are planning a quick excursion from Los Angeles to Westlake Village, expect a straightforward 37.4-mile journey that typically takes about 47 minutes. This route is designed for efficiency, relying heavily on a network of major freeways including the Santa Ana, Hollywood, and Ventura Freeways. Since the entire trip is easily manageable within a single day, you do not need to worry about overnight accommodations. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $5, this drive is a cost-effective way to transition from the heart of the Pacific Coast's urban sprawl to the more suburban environment of Westlake Village. It serves as a practical connection between two distinct California locales without requiring a significant time investment.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ventura Freeway | 25.4 mi | 29m |
| Hollywood Freeway | 9.4 mi | 12m |
| Santa Ana Freeway | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| US 101 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| North Broadway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Lindero Canyon Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West 1st Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Agoura Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Los Angeles, CA and Westlake Village, CA.
Start on West 1st Street
Turn right onto North Broadway
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 101
Continue on US 101
Take the exit onto US 101
Merge onto US 101
Take the exit
Turn left onto Lindero Canyon Road
Turn left onto Agoura Road
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 18.7 miles from Los Angeles, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 36.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto North Broadway
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp toward US 101 North, CA 110
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit onto US 101 toward US 101 North: Ventura
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto US 101 / Ventura Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Lindero Canyon Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$8.60 one way
$17.19 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $8.86 | $17.72 |
| premium | $6.18 | $9.10 | $18.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.26 | $16.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.93 | $1.80 |
| Efficient EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.27 | $1.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15 | 0 | $5.24 | $2.39 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Los Angeles on Sunday
Local time
1:47 PM
PDT
Current temp
53°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Afternoon in Westlake Village on Sunday
Local time
1:47 PM
PDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
70°F
West Hollywood, CA
19 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a high-speed, highway-focused experience, as 96% of this drive consists of interstate travel. You will spend the vast majority of your time behind the wheel navigating major freeway arteries, including a significant 25.4-mile stretch exclusively on the Ventura Freeway. Because this is primarily an urban freeway transit, the road's personality is defined by consistent traffic flow rather than winding backroads or scenic pull-offs. You won't encounter any technical road sections, making this a reliable commute rather than an adventurous road trip. The route remains steady and predictable from start to finish, keeping you on high-capacity roads for nearly the entire duration of the 37.4-mile trek.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ventura Freeway and Hollywood Freeway. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near North Broadway.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 37.4 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North Broadway): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.8 miles (US 101): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
“Tinseltown” · Founded 1781
Frank Lloyd Wright is said to have quipped, "Tip the world over on its side and everything loose will land in Los Angeles," a quote that has since been repeated both by those who love and hate L.A. The "City of Angels" is home to people who hail from all parts of the globe and an important center of culture, business, media, and international trade. However, it's most famous for being a major center of the world's television, motion picture, and music industry, which forms the base of the city's status and lures visitors for its show business history and celebrity culture. Visitors are also drawn to Los Angeles for its Mediterranean climate and numerous beaches, which gave birth to California's famed surf culture.
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 37.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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