Los Angeles to Porterville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

145.8 miles 234.6 km · straight line
160.5 miles actual route 258.3 km · driving distance
3h 8min estimated drive time
$15 - $19 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
343° NNW bearing direction

How far is Los Angeles from Porterville?

The distance from Los Angeles to Porterville is 145.8 miles (234.6 km) as the crow flies. Porterville is located NNW of Los Angeles. By car, the driving distance is approximately 160.5 miles, taking about 3h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. 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 Porterville. 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 Porterville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 8min $15 - $19 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 46min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~2h 59min $19–$56* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Los Angeles & Porterville

Quick Facts

Los Angeles
34.05°N, 118.24°W
America/Los_Angeles
71m elevation
Porterville
36.07°N, 119.02°W
America/Los_Angeles
140m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 49 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 170.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM