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

124.9 miles 201 km · straight line
148.1 miles actual route 238.4 km · driving distance
3h 4min estimated drive time
$14 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time
298° WNW bearing direction

How far is Long Beach, California from Solvang?

The distance from Long Beach, California to Solvang is 124.9 miles (201 km) as the crow flies. Solvang is located WNW of Long Beach, California. By car, the driving distance is approximately 148.1 miles, taking about 3h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. 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 Solvang. 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 Solvang

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 4min $14 - $18 Flexible stops
Fly ~45min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 41min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 55min $18–$52* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Long Beach, California & Solvang

Quick Facts

Long Beach, California
33.77°N, 118.19°W
America/Los_Angeles
9m elevation
Solvang
34.60°N, 120.14°W
America/Los_Angeles
146m elevation
Explore more routes from Solvang

Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 42 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 199.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM