Los Angeles

Q: How far is Los Angeles from San Diego?

Los Angeles is approximately 120 miles from San Diego, taking around 2h 0min.

Q: How many routes from Los Angeles?

Los Angeles has 71 driving routes in our database covering destinations across the US.

California

Destinations

Los Angeles is a major transportation hub in California with easy highway access to cities across the US. Browse 71 driving routes from Los Angeles including popular destinations like San Diego, Phoenix, San Jose. Find exact drive times, distances, and estimated gas costs.

Driving Times from Los Angeles

71 destinations sorted by distance

Short Drives (under 3 hours) — 39 routes

Medium Trips (3–8 hours) — 9 routes

Long Distance (8+ hours) — 23 routes

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Los Angeles from San Diego?

Los Angeles is approximately 120 miles from San Diego, with a driving time of around 2h 0min. Drive times vary based on traffic and route chosen.

What cities are within 3 hours of Los Angeles?

There are 39 cities within 3 hours of Los Angeles, including San Diego, Santa Monica, Long Beach, Anaheim. Browse the short drives section above for the full list.

How many driving routes are available from Los Angeles?

Los Angeles has 71 driving routes in our database, covering destinations across the US. Each route includes drive time, distance, gas cost, and the best times to travel.

Driving from Los Angeles

Los Angeles is a popular starting point for road trips across the United States, with 73 destinations reachable by car. Whether you are planning a quick day trip to a neighboring city or an extended cross-country adventure, this page provides accurate driving times, distances, and estimated fuel costs for every route. Use the cards above to compare drive times and pick the best destination for your next trip. Each route page includes detailed information about highway options, toll costs, traffic patterns, and the best times to travel.