Laguna Beach to Los Angeles: Road Trip Guide & Distance

43.9 miles 70.7 km · straight line
51 miles actual route 82.1 km · driving distance
1h 6min estimated drive time
$5 - $6 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
323° NW bearing direction

How far is Laguna Beach from Los Angeles?

The distance from Laguna Beach to Los Angeles is 43.9 miles (70.7 km) as the crow flies. Los Angeles is located NW of Laguna Beach. By car, the driving distance is approximately 51 miles, taking about 1h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Laguna Beach 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 Laguna Beach to Los Angeles

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 6min $5 - $6 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 19min $4–$8* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Laguna Beach & Los Angeles

Quick Facts

Laguna Beach
33.54°N, 117.79°W
America/Los_Angeles
21m 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 15 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 566.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM