Pasadena is about 9 miles (14 km) from Los Angeles as the crow flies , and about 11 miles (17 km) by car.

Quick Scoop

If you’re driving from downtown Los Angeles to Pasadena, the trip is usually around 15–30 minutes , depending on traffic.

Distance at a Glance

Measure| Approximate distance
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Straight-line distance| 9 miles (14 km) 13
Driving distance| 11 miles (17 km) 13
Typical drive time| 15–30 minutes 59

If you want, I can also give you the distance from a specific part of LA, like Downtown LA, Hollywood, or LAX.