Channel Islands to Los Angeles: Road Trip Guide & Distance

87.9 miles 141.5 km · straight line
97.7 miles actual route 157.3 km · driving distance
1h 59min estimated drive time
$9 - $12 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
88° E bearing direction

How far is Channel Islands from Los Angeles?

The distance from Channel Islands to Los Angeles is 87.9 miles (141.5 km) as the crow flies. Los Angeles is located E of Channel Islands. By car, the driving distance is approximately 97.7 miles, taking about 1h 59min. 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. 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 Channel Islands 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 Channel Islands to Los Angeles

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 59min $9 - $12 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 23min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~1h 53min $12–$34* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Channel Islands & Los Angeles

Quick Facts

Channel Islands
34.01°N, 119.78°W
America/Los_Angeles
0m 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 29 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 283.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM