Elko to Los Angeles: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Elko from Los Angeles?
The distance from Elko to Los Angeles is 487.8 miles (785 km) as the crow flies. Los Angeles is located SSW of Elko. By car, the driving distance is approximately 652.4 miles, taking about 12h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. Both are located in United States — Elko in Nevada 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.
Coordinates come from public place data for Elko 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 Elko to Los Angeles
Suggested Stops Between Elko & Los Angeles
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 163 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 41 hours
- You could travel this distance about 51.1 times to circle the Earth's equator