Bakersfield to Los Angeles: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Bakersfield from Los Angeles?
The distance from Bakersfield to Los Angeles is 101.3 miles (163.1 km) as the crow flies. Los Angeles is located SSE of Bakersfield. By car, the driving distance is approximately 111.5 miles, taking about 2h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States.
This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.
Coordinates come from public place data for Bakersfield and Los Angeles. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.
How to Get from Bakersfield to Los Angeles
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 34 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
- You could travel this distance about 245.7 times to circle the Earth's equator