Bakersfield to Lake Havasu City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bakersfield from Lake Havasu City?

The distance from Bakersfield to Lake Havasu City is 273 miles (439.4 km) as the crow flies. Lake Havasu City is located ESE of Bakersfield. By car, the driving distance is approximately 341.3 miles, taking about 6h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Bakersfield in California and Lake Havasu City in Arizona.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bakersfield and Lake Havasu City. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.