Clovis to Los Angeles: Road Trip Guide & Distance

858.7 miles 1381.9 km · straight line
1007.7 miles actual route 1621.8 km · driving distance
17h 39min estimated drive time
$97 - $119 estimated fuel cost
~2h 14min flight time
273° W bearing direction

How far is Clovis from Los Angeles?

The distance from Clovis to Los Angeles is 858.7 miles (1381.9 km) as the crow flies. Los Angeles is located W of Clovis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1007.7 miles, taking about 17h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 14min. Both are located in United States — Clovis in New Mexico and Los Angeles in California.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Clovis 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 Clovis to Los Angeles

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 17h 39min $97 - $119 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 14min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~21h 11min $81–$151* Budget
Train ~22h 57min $121–$353* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Clovis & Los Angeles

Quick Facts

Clovis
34.40°N, 103.21°W
America/Denver
1301m 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 286 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 72 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 29 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM