Lake Havasu City to Los Angeles: Road Trip Guide & Distance

225.9 miles 363.5 km · straight line
299.4 miles actual route 481.9 km · driving distance
5h 31min estimated drive time
$29 - $35 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
264° W bearing direction

How far is Lake Havasu City from Los Angeles?

The distance from Lake Havasu City to Los Angeles is 225.9 miles (363.5 km) as the crow flies. Los Angeles is located W of Lake Havasu City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 299.4 miles, taking about 5h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Lake Havasu City in Arizona and Los Angeles in California.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lake Havasu City 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 Lake Havasu City to Los Angeles

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 31min $29 - $35 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 37min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 14min $36–$105* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lake Havasu City & Los Angeles

Quick Facts

Lake Havasu City
34.48°N, 114.32°W
America/Phoenix
225m 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 75 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 110.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM