Folsom to Los Angeles: Road Trip Guide & Distance

358.8 miles 577.4 km · straight line
395.8 miles actual route 636.9 km · driving distance
7h 28min estimated drive time
$38 - $47 estimated fuel cost
~1h 13min flight time
152° SSE bearing direction

How far is Folsom from Los Angeles?

The distance from Folsom to Los Angeles is 358.8 miles (577.4 km) as the crow flies. Los Angeles is located SSE of Folsom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 395.8 miles, taking about 7h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 13min. Both are located in United States.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Folsom 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 Folsom to Los Angeles

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 28min $38 - $47 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 13min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 58min $32–$59* Budget
Train ~7h 6min $47–$139* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Folsom
38.68°N, 121.18°W
America/Los_Angeles
67m 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 120 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 30 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 69.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM