Mammoth Lakes to Sylmar: Road Trip Guide & Distance

232.6 miles 374.4 km · straight line
290.8 miles estimated 468 km · driving distance
5h 51min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
173° S bearing direction

How far is Mammoth Lakes from Sylmar?

The distance from Mammoth Lakes to Sylmar is 232.6 miles (374.4 km) as the crow flies. Sylmar is located S of Mammoth Lakes. By car, the driving distance is approximately 290.8 miles, taking about 5h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Mammoth Lakes and Sylmar. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Mammoth Lakes to Sylmar

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 51min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 1min $23–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 33min $35–$102* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Mammoth Lakes & Sylmar

Quick Facts

Mammoth Lakes
37.65°N, 118.97°W
America/Los_Angeles
2400m elevation
Sylmar
34.31°N, 118.45°W
America/Los_Angeles
382m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 78 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 107 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients