Lompoc to Yosemite: Road Trip Guide & Distance

228.7 miles 368.1 km · straight line
285.9 miles estimated 460.1 km · driving distance
5h 45min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
13° NNE bearing direction

How far is Lompoc from Yosemite?

The distance from Lompoc to Yosemite is 228.7 miles (368.1 km) as the crow flies. Yosemite is located NNE of Lompoc. By car, the driving distance is approximately 285.9 miles, taking about 5h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lompoc and Yosemite. 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 Yosemite

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 45min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 54min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 28min $34–$100* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lompoc & Yosemite

Quick Facts

Lompoc
34.64°N, 120.46°W
America/Los_Angeles
32m elevation
Yosemite
37.87°N, 119.54°W
America/Los_Angeles
1209m 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 108.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients