Hollister to Los Angeles: Road Trip Guide & Distance

262.7 miles 422.8 km · straight line
304 miles actual route 489.2 km · driving distance
5h 43min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
137° SE bearing direction

How far is Hollister from Los Angeles?

The distance from Hollister to Los Angeles is 262.7 miles (422.8 km) as the crow flies. Los Angeles is located SE of Hollister. By car, the driving distance is approximately 304 miles, taking about 5h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. 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.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 43min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 52min $24–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 26min $36–$106* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hollister & Los Angeles

Quick Facts

Hollister
36.85°N, 121.40°W
America/Los_Angeles
88m 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 88 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 94.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM