Los Angeles to Stockton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

319.1 miles 513.5 km · straight line
337 miles actual route 542.3 km · driving distance
6h 13min estimated drive time
$32 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 9min flight time
329° NNW bearing direction

How far is Los Angeles from Stockton?

The distance from Los Angeles to Stockton is 319.1 miles (513.5 km) as the crow flies. Stockton is located NNW of Los Angeles. By car, the driving distance is approximately 337 miles, taking about 6h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 9min. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Los Angeles and Stockton. 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 Stockton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 13min $32 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 9min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 28min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~5h 54min $40–$118* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Los Angeles & Stockton

Quick Facts

Los Angeles
34.05°N, 118.24°W
America/Los_Angeles
71m elevation
Stockton
37.96°N, 121.29°W
America/Los_Angeles
8m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 106 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 27 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 78 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM