Los Angeles to Turlock: Road Trip Guide & Distance

279 miles 449 km · straight line
298.4 miles actual route 480.3 km · driving distance
5h 38min estimated drive time
$29 - $35 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
329° NNW bearing direction

How far is Los Angeles from Turlock?

The distance from Los Angeles to Turlock is 279 miles (449 km) as the crow flies. Turlock is located NNW of Los Angeles. By car, the driving distance is approximately 298.4 miles, taking about 5h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. 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 Turlock. 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 Turlock

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 38min $29 - $35 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 46min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 21min $36–$104* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Los Angeles & Turlock

Quick Facts

Los Angeles
34.05°N, 118.24°W
America/Los_Angeles
71m elevation
Turlock
37.49°N, 120.85°W
America/Los_Angeles
31m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 93 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 89.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM