Lompoc to Modesto: Road Trip Guide & Distance

209.5 miles 337.1 km · straight line
261.8 miles estimated 421.4 km · driving distance
5h 16min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
352° N bearing direction

How far is Lompoc from Modesto?

The distance from Lompoc to Modesto is 209.5 miles (337.1 km) as the crow flies. Modesto is located N of Lompoc. By car, the driving distance is approximately 261.8 miles, taking about 5h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lompoc and Modesto. 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 Lompoc to Modesto

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 16min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 19min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~5h 0min $31–$92* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Lompoc
34.64°N, 120.46°W
America/Los_Angeles
32m elevation
Modesto
37.64°N, 121.00°W
America/Los_Angeles
28m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 70 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 118.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients