Los Angeles to Madera: Road Trip Guide & Distance

225.5 miles 362.9 km · straight line
239.2 miles actual route 385 km · driving distance
4h 29min estimated drive time
$23 - $28 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
334° NNW bearing direction

How far is Los Angeles from Madera?

The distance from Los Angeles to Madera is 225.5 miles (362.9 km) as the crow flies. Madera is located NNW of Los Angeles. By car, the driving distance is approximately 239.2 miles, taking about 4h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Madera

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 29min $23 - $28 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 23min $19–$36* Budget
Train ~4h 16min $29–$84* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Los Angeles & Madera

Quick Facts

Los Angeles
34.05°N, 118.24°W
America/Los_Angeles
71m 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 75 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 110.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM