Indio to Los Angeles: Road Trip Guide & Distance

118.5 miles 190.7 km · straight line
127.9 miles actual route 205.9 km · driving distance
2h 26min estimated drive time
$12 - $15 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
282° WNW bearing direction

How far is Indio from Los Angeles?

The distance from Indio to Los Angeles is 118.5 miles (190.7 km) as the crow flies. Los Angeles is located WNW of Indio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 127.9 miles, taking about 2h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. 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. 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. 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 Indio 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 Indio to Los Angeles

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 26min $12 - $15 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 55min $10–$19* Budget
Train ~2h 19min $15–$45* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Indio & Los Angeles

Quick Facts

Indio
33.72°N, 116.22°W
America/Los_Angeles
-4m 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 40 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 210.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM