Los Angeles to Palm Springs, California: Road Trip Guide & Distance

98.5 miles 158.6 km · straight line
107.1 miles actual route 172.3 km · driving distance
2h 3min estimated drive time
$10 - $13 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
98° E bearing direction

How far is Los Angeles from Palm Springs, California?

The distance from Los Angeles to Palm Springs, California is 98.5 miles (158.6 km) as the crow flies. Palm Springs, California is located E of Los Angeles. By car, the driving distance is approximately 107.1 miles, taking about 2h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Palm Springs, California. 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 Palm Springs, California

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 3min $10 - $13 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 28min $9–$16* Budget
Train ~1h 57min $13–$37* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Los Angeles & Palm Springs, California

Quick Facts

Los Angeles
34.05°N, 118.24°W
America/Los_Angeles
71m elevation
Palm Springs, California
33.83°N, 116.55°W
America/Los_Angeles
146m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 33 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 252.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM