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

72.1 miles 116 km · straight line
87.7 miles actual route 141.2 km · driving distance
1h 46min estimated drive time
$8 - $10 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
299° WNW bearing direction

How far is Long Beach, California from Ventura?

The distance from Long Beach, California to Ventura is 72.1 miles (116 km) as the crow flies. Ventura is located WNW of Long Beach, California. By car, the driving distance is approximately 87.7 miles, taking about 1h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Ventura. 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 Ventura

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 46min $8 - $10 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 7min $7–$13* Budget
Train ~1h 41min $11–$31* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Long Beach, California & Ventura

Quick Facts

Long Beach, California
33.77°N, 118.19°W
America/Los_Angeles
9m elevation
Ventura
34.28°N, 119.29°W
America/Los_Angeles
11m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 24 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 345.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM