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

165.3 miles 266 km · straight line
183.8 miles actual route 295.8 km · driving distance
3h 35min estimated drive time
$18 - $22 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
344° NNW bearing direction

How far is Long Beach, California from Porterville?

The distance from Long Beach, California to Porterville is 165.3 miles (266 km) as the crow flies. Porterville is located NNW of Long Beach, California. By car, the driving distance is approximately 183.8 miles, taking about 3h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Long Beach, California and Porterville. 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 Porterville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 35min $18 - $22 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 18min $15–$28* Budget
Train ~3h 24min $22–$64* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Long Beach, California & Porterville

Quick Facts

Long Beach, California
33.77°N, 118.19°W
America/Los_Angeles
9m elevation
Porterville
36.07°N, 119.02°W
America/Los_Angeles
140m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 55 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 150.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM