Las Vegas to Sylmar: Road Trip Guide & Distance

226.7 miles 364.9 km · straight line
272.7 miles actual route 438.9 km · driving distance
5h 15min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
236° WSW bearing direction

How far is Las Vegas from Sylmar?

The distance from Las Vegas to Sylmar is 226.7 miles (364.9 km) as the crow flies. Sylmar is located WSW of Las Vegas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 272.7 miles, taking about 5h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Las Vegas in Nevada and Sylmar 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 Las Vegas and Sylmar. 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 Las Vegas to Sylmar

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 15min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 18min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~4h 59min $33–$95* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Las Vegas & Sylmar

Quick Facts

Las Vegas
36.17°N, 115.14°W
America/Los_Angeles
610m elevation
Sylmar
34.31°N, 118.45°W
America/Los_Angeles
382m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 76 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 109.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM