Fresno, California to Long Beach, California: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Fresno, California from Long Beach, California?

The distance from Fresno, California to Long Beach, California is 223.9 miles (360.3 km) as the crow flies. Long Beach, California is located SSE of Fresno, California. By car, the driving distance is approximately 241.1 miles, taking about 4h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. 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 Fresno, California and Long Beach, California. 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.