Long Beach, California to Madera: Road Trip Guide & Distance

244.3 miles 393.1 km · straight line
262.5 miles actual route 422.5 km · driving distance
4h 56min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
335° NNW bearing direction

How far is Long Beach, California from Madera?

The distance from Long Beach, California to Madera is 244.3 miles (393.1 km) as the crow flies. Madera is located NNW of Long Beach, California. By car, the driving distance is approximately 262.5 miles, taking about 4h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. 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. 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 Long Beach, California and Madera. 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 Long Beach, California to Madera

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 56min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 55min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~4h 41min $32–$92* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Long Beach, California & Madera

Quick Facts

Long Beach, California
33.77°N, 118.19°W
America/Los_Angeles
9m elevation
Madera
36.96°N, 120.06°W
America/Los_Angeles
83m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 81 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 101.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM