Ceres to Lancaster, California: Road Trip Guide & Distance

254.6 miles 409.7 km · straight line
318.2 miles estimated 512.1 km · driving distance
6h 24min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
141° SE bearing direction

How far is Ceres from Lancaster, California?

The distance from Ceres to Lancaster, California is 254.6 miles (409.7 km) as the crow flies. Lancaster, California is located SE of Ceres. By car, the driving distance is approximately 318.2 miles, taking about 6h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States.

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 Ceres and Lancaster, California. 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.

How to Get from Ceres to Lancaster, California

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 24min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 41min $25–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 5min $38–$111* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ceres & Lancaster, California

Quick Facts

Ceres
37.59°N, 120.96°W
America/Los_Angeles
28m elevation
Lancaster, California
34.70°N, 118.14°W
America/Los_Angeles
719m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 85 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 97.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients