La Quinta to Long Beach, California: Road Trip Guide & Distance

108.5 miles 174.6 km · straight line
136.3 miles actual route 219.3 km · driving distance
2h 47min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
274° W bearing direction

How far is La Quinta from Long Beach, California?

The distance from La Quinta to Long Beach, California is 108.5 miles (174.6 km) as the crow flies. Long Beach, California is located W of La Quinta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 136.3 miles, taking about 2h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. 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 La Quinta 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.

How to Get from La Quinta to Long Beach, California

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 47min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 20min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 39min $16–$48* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between La Quinta & Long Beach, California

Quick Facts

La Quinta
33.66°N, 116.31°W
America/Los_Angeles
41m elevation
Long Beach, California
33.77°N, 118.19°W
America/Los_Angeles
9m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 36 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 229.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM