Palmdale to San Fernando: Road Trip Guide & Distance

27.6 miles 44.4 km · straight line
35.9 miles estimated 57.7 km · driving distance
43min estimated drive time
$3 - $4 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
222° SW bearing direction

How far is Palmdale from San Fernando?

The distance from Palmdale to San Fernando is 27.6 miles (44.4 km) as the crow flies. San Fernando is located SW of Palmdale. By car, the driving distance is approximately 35.9 miles, taking about 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Palmdale and San Fernando. 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 Palmdale to San Fernando

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 43min $3 - $4 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Palmdale & San Fernando

Quick Facts

Palmdale
34.58°N, 118.12°W
America/Los_Angeles
810m elevation
San Fernando
34.28°N, 118.44°W
America/Los_Angeles
326m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 9 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 902.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients