How far is Lake Forest, CA from Los Angeles, CA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Lake Forest and Los Angeles is 42.38 miles (68.21 km).
Flight distance from Lake Forest, CA to Los Angeles, CA is 42.38 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 05 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Lake Forest, California to Los Angeles, California is: 46.29 miles (74.49 km) by car.
Driving from Lake Forest to Los Angeles will take approximately 00 hours 53 minutes.
#1 Lake Forest
A city in Orange County, California. It is located on the shores of Lake Forest in southern California. Lake Forest is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Lake Forest Arboretum and Botanic Garden.
| Population | 85329 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 33°38'49"N 117°41'21"W |
| Latitude | 33.6469700 |
| Longitude | -117.6892200 |
| Altitude | 148 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Los Angeles
The second most populous city in the United States and the center of the Los Angeles metropolitan area. It is located on the coast of Southern California, at the head of the Santa Monica Bay. Los Angeles is a major center for the entertainment industry and is home to many Hollywood studios.
| Population | 3970219 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 34°3'8"N 118°14'37"W |
| Latitude | 34.0522300 |
| Longitude | -118.2436800 |
| Altitude | 89 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Los Angeles: West 1st Street (-118.243569,34.052341)
Estimated Travel Time Between Lake Forest and Los Angeles
The distance between Lake Forest and Los Angeles is 74 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 49 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Lake Forest and Los Angeles. The current time is 02:26:42.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 32 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 09 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 55 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 46 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 39 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 37 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 34 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 6.18 liters (1.63 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Lake Forest and Los Angeles.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Lake Forest to Los Angeles is $8.75 (diesel $10.12).
California gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $5.36 | $5.59 | $5.74 | $6.2 |
| Total | $8.75 | $9.13 | $9.38 | $10.12 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in California ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $5.355 (Diesel $6.196) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 26, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Lake Forest and Los Angeles (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
