Los Angeles to Union City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

323.5 miles 520.6 km · straight line
359.6 miles actual route 578.7 km · driving distance
6h 50min estimated drive time
$35 - $43 estimated fuel cost
~1h 9min flight time
320° NW bearing direction

How far is Los Angeles from Union City?

The distance from Los Angeles to Union City is 323.5 miles (520.6 km) as the crow flies. Union City is located NW of Los Angeles. By car, the driving distance is approximately 359.6 miles, taking about 6h 50min. 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 Union City. 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 Union City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 50min $35 - $43 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 9min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 12min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 30min $43–$126* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Los Angeles & Union City

Quick Facts

Los Angeles
34.05°N, 118.24°W
America/Los_Angeles
71m elevation
Union City
37.60°N, 122.02°W
America/Los_Angeles
21m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 108 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 27 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 77 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM