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

218.5 miles 351.6 km · straight line
264.8 miles actual route 426.2 km · driving distance
5h 7min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
108° ESE bearing direction

How far is Long Beach, California from Yuma?

The distance from Long Beach, California to Yuma is 218.5 miles (351.6 km) as the crow flies. Yuma is located ESE of Long Beach, California. By car, the driving distance is approximately 264.8 miles, taking about 5h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Long Beach, California in California and Yuma in Arizona.

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 Long Beach, California and Yuma. 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 Yuma

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 7min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 8min $21–$40* Budget
Train ~4h 52min $32–$93* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Long Beach, California & Yuma

Quick Facts

Long Beach, California
33.77°N, 118.19°W
America/Los_Angeles
9m elevation
Yuma
32.73°N, 114.62°W
America/Phoenix
43m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 73 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 114 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM