La Quinta to West Covina: Road Trip Guide & Distance

97.6 miles 157 km · straight line
122 miles estimated 196.3 km · driving distance
2h 27min estimated drive time
$12 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
287° WNW bearing direction

How far is La Quinta from West Covina?

The distance from La Quinta to West Covina is 97.6 miles (157 km) as the crow flies. West Covina is located WNW of La Quinta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 122 miles, taking about 2h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. 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 West Covina. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. 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 West Covina

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 27min $12 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 56min $10–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 20min $15–$43* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between La Quinta & West Covina

Quick Facts

La Quinta
33.66°N, 116.31°W
America/Los_Angeles
41m elevation
West Covina
34.07°N, 117.94°W
America/Los_Angeles
117m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 33 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 255.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients