Lake Havasu City to Las Vegas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

125.3 miles 201.6 km · straight line
151.7 miles actual route 244.2 km · driving distance
2h 54min estimated drive time
$15 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time
339° NNW bearing direction

How far is Lake Havasu City from Las Vegas?

The distance from Lake Havasu City to Las Vegas is 125.3 miles (201.6 km) as the crow flies. Las Vegas is located NNW of Lake Havasu City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 151.7 miles, taking about 2h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States — Lake Havasu City in Arizona and Las Vegas in Nevada.

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 Lake Havasu City and Las Vegas. 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 Lake Havasu City to Las Vegas

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 54min $15 - $18 Flexible stops
Fly ~45min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 29min $12–$23* Budget
Train ~2h 45min $18–$53* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lake Havasu City & Las Vegas

Quick Facts

Lake Havasu City
34.48°N, 114.32°W
America/Phoenix
225m elevation
Las Vegas
36.17°N, 115.14°W
America/Los_Angeles
610m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 42 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 198.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM