Los Angeles to Lynwood, CA: Distance & Travel Guide

First, a quick clarification: there is no "Lynnwood" in California. The city you're likely asking about is Lynwood (one 'n'), located in Los Angeles County, just southeast of downtown LA.

The Numbers

• Distance: ~20 miles (32 km) from Downtown LA to Lynwood city center.
• Drive Time: 25–45 minutes depending on traffic (I-105 E / Century Freeway is the direct route).
• Transit: Metro Green Line (C Line) connects Norwalk (near Lynwood) to LAX and the broader rail network; bus lines 117, 251, 607 serve the city directly.

Lynwood at a Glance

Incorporated in 1921, Lynwood (pop. ~67,000) is a dense, predominantly Latino working-class community. Key landmarks include St. Francis Medical Center, Plaza Mexico shopping center, and the historic Lynwood Pacific Electric Railway depot. It's the birthplace of tennis legends Venus and Serena Williams.

Don't Confuse With...

Lynnwood, Washington (pop. ~39,000) is a suburb north of Seattle—about 1,130 miles from LA. Always double-check the state!