Delano to Palmdale: Road Trip Guide & Distance

104.1 miles 167.5 km · straight line
130.1 miles estimated 209.4 km · driving distance
2h 37min estimated drive time
$13 - $15 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
142° SE bearing direction

How far is Delano from Palmdale?

The distance from Delano to Palmdale is 104.1 miles (167.5 km) as the crow flies. Palmdale is located SE of Delano. By car, the driving distance is approximately 130.1 miles, taking about 2h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. 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. 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 Delano and Palmdale. 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 Delano to Palmdale

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 37min $13 - $15 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 8min $10–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 29min $16–$46* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Delano & Palmdale

Quick Facts

Delano
35.77°N, 119.25°W
America/Los_Angeles
96m elevation
Palmdale
34.58°N, 118.12°W
America/Los_Angeles
810m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 35 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 239.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients