How long does it take to get from Santa Monica to South Pasadena in the morning?

Question

From the 405/10 Freeway interchange to end of the 110 Freeway.

I could also go from Hollywood Blvd. on the 101 to South Pasadena.

I need to get there between 8 am and 9am. Any help is appreciated. Thanks advance.

Answer 1

Oh boy, this is a toughie.  My coworker commutes from about the 405/10 to Pasadena every day, and he says it takes him anywhere from 45 minutes to an hour and a half, depending on traffic.  I think that on average you're looking at about an hour.  Yikes!

You could try taking the 10 straight to the 110.  You'll have to deal with downtown traffic for a few miles, but once you get north of the 5 on the 110, it should be okay, and the 110 will take you right into South Pas. It won't be great but you're already asking for trouble here!

Answer 2

Allow an hour.

I hope you aren't planning to commute this distance every day.

Answer 3

Figure a couple of days.