Barstow to Los Angeles: Road Trip Guide & Distance

90.8 miles 146.2 km · straight line
115 miles actual route 185 km · driving distance
2h 9min estimated drive time
$11 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
230° SW bearing direction

How far is Barstow from Los Angeles?

The distance from Barstow to Los Angeles is 90.8 miles (146.2 km) as the crow flies. Los Angeles is located SW of Barstow. By car, the driving distance is approximately 115 miles, taking about 2h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Barstow 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 Barstow to Los Angeles

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 9min $11 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 35min $9–$17* Budget
Train ~2h 3min $14–$40* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Barstow & Los Angeles

Quick Facts

Barstow
34.90°N, 117.02°W
America/Los_Angeles
663m elevation
Los Angeles
34.05°N, 118.24°W
America/Los_Angeles
71m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 30 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 274.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM