Los Angeles to Mammoth Lakes: Road Trip Guide & Distance

251.8 miles 405.2 km · straight line
308.6 miles actual route 496.6 km · driving distance
6h 7min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
351° N bearing direction

How far is Los Angeles from Mammoth Lakes?

The distance from Los Angeles to Mammoth Lakes is 251.8 miles (405.2 km) as the crow flies. Mammoth Lakes is located N of Los Angeles. By car, the driving distance is approximately 308.6 miles, taking about 6h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Los Angeles and Mammoth Lakes. 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 Mammoth Lakes

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 7min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 20min $25–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 49min $37–$108* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Los Angeles & Mammoth Lakes

Quick Facts

Los Angeles
34.05°N, 118.24°W
America/Los_Angeles
71m elevation
Mammoth Lakes
37.65°N, 118.97°W
America/Los_Angeles
2400m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 84 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 98.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM