Los Angeles to Ventura: Road Trip Guide & Distance

62 miles 99.8 km · straight line
67.8 miles actual route 109.1 km · driving distance
1h 22min estimated drive time
$7 - $8 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
285° WNW bearing direction

How far is Los Angeles from Ventura?

The distance from Los Angeles to Ventura is 62 miles (99.8 km) as the crow flies. Ventura is located WNW of Los Angeles. By car, the driving distance is approximately 67.8 miles, taking about 1h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. 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. 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 Ventura. 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 Ventura

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 22min $7 - $8 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 38min $5–$10* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Los Angeles & Ventura

Quick Facts

Los Angeles
34.05°N, 118.24°W
America/Los_Angeles
71m elevation
Ventura
34.28°N, 119.29°W
America/Los_Angeles
11m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 21 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 401.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM