Distance Between La Jolla Beach and Mission Beach, San Diego

La Jolla Beach (La Jolla Shores) and Mission Beach are both in San Diego, separated by ~12 miles (19 km) along the coast.

Driving Routes

• Via I-5 N (fastest): 12 mi, ~20 min (no traffic).
• Coastal route (La Jolla Blvd → Pacific Beach Dr → Mission Blvd): 10 mi, ~25 min — scenic, passes Windansea, Pacific Beach, Belmont Park.
• Bike/Walk (Boardwalk): ~8 mi via Mission Bay Park & Pacific Beach boardwalk — flat, popular.

Neighborhood Vibes

• La Jolla: Upscale, coves, seals/sea lions (Children's Pool), UCSD, fine dining.
• Mission Beach: Lively, boardwalk, Belmont Park (Giant Dipper coaster), bars, volleyball, dense rentals.

Both are accessible by San Diego Metropolitan Transit (bus 8, 9, 30) — ~45 min transit.