How far is Lancaster, CA from La Verne, CA?

The driving distance from Lancaster, CA to La Verne, CA is about 76.9 miles (123.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 48m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 46.3 miles (74.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 37m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
76.95 mi
01h 48m
Flight
46.31 mi
74.53 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
46.31 mi
Kilometers
74.53 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
76.95 mi
Kilometers
123.84 km
Drive Time
01h 48m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 48m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in La Verne
Sat, Apr 18, 8:34 AM PDT
Return by in Lancaster
Sat, Apr 18, 10:23 AM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Lancaster
2026-04-18T06:45
Arrive La Verne
Sat, Apr 18, 8:34 AM PDT
Route Timing
01h 48m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:49 AM to 11:49 AM PDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:52 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Lancaster
9:30 PM PDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
La Cañada Flintridge
CA

City in California, United States

From Lancaster
38.5 mi
00h 54m
To La Verne
38.5 mi
00h 54m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
76°F
Saturday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph NE
Destination
81°F
Saturday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Lancaster and La Verne.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lancaster and La Verne.

  1. 1

    Start on Sierra Highway

    12.5 mi · 18 min · Sierra Highway

  2. 2

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Sierra Highway

    1.2 mi · 2 min · Sierra Highway

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Angeles Forest Highway

    24.6 mi · 37 min · Angeles Forest Highway

  4. 4

    Turn right onto Angeles Crest Highway

    9.3 mi · 17 min · Angeles Crest Highway

  5. 5

    Take the ramp right toward I 210 East: Pasadena

    1257 ft · 33 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto Foothill Freeway

    4.4 mi · 5 min · Foothill Freeway

  7. 7

    Keep slight right to continue on Foothill Freeway

    19.1 mi · 22 min · Foothill Freeway

  8. 8

    Keep slight right to continue on Foothill Freeway

    2.9 mi · 3 min · Foothill Freeway

  9. 9

    Keep slight right to continue on Foothill Freeway

    1568 ft · 19 sec · Foothill Freeway

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward CA 66: Foothill Boulevard

    1027 ft · 22 sec

  11. 11

    Keep slight right to continue on Foothill Boulevard East, Fairplex

    693 ft · 15 sec

  12. 12

    Turn straight onto Foothill Boulevard

    2468 ft · 48 sec · Foothill Boulevard

  13. 13

    Turn right onto Wheeler Avenue

    1.5 km · 2 min · Wheeler Avenue

  14. 14

    Turn left onto Bonita Avenue

    1.2 km · 1 min · Bonita Avenue

  15. 15

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Bonita Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Lancaster and La Verne.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
15 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
19.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Foothill Freeway
26.6 mi · 35%
Angeles Forest Highway
24.6 mi · 32%
Sierra Highway
13.7 mi · 18%
Angeles Crest Highway
9.33 mi · 12%
Wheeler Avenue
0.94 mi · 1%
Bonita Avenue
0.72 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Angeles Forest Highway

Turn left onto Angeles Forest Highway

24.6 mi · 00h 37m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
01h 48m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 38m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+30.6 mi
46.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
La Cañada Flintridge
00h 54m from Lancaster
Leave By
2:52 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Lancaster and Mostly Sunny near La Verne.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Lancaster to La Verne?

The road trip is about 76.9 miles (123.8 km) and usually takes 01h 48m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

La Cañada Flintridge is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38.5 miles from Lancaster and 38.5 miles from La Verne.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 46.3 miles (74.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:52 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.69 one way or $31.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Lancaster and Mostly Sunny near La Verne.

Stop Ideas Near La Cañada Flintridge

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around La Cañada Flintridge and the surrounding midpoint area.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Arcadia Pasadena Area
Stay option 11.6 mi away

Embassy Suites by Hilton Arcadia Pasadena Area

Arcadia , CA
211 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia, CA 91006, United States
Rating 4.2/5 1,192 reviews Hotel
Alhambra City Hall
Meeting point 12.3 mi away

Alhambra City Hall

Alhambra , CA
111 S 1st St, Alhambra, CA 91801, United States
Rating 4.1/5 31 reviews City or town hall,City government office
Rosemead City Hall
Nearby stop 13.8 mi away

Rosemead City Hall

Rosemead , CA
8838 E Valley Blvd, Rosemead, CA 91770, United States
Rating 4.3/5 12 reviews City or town hall
Best Western Plus Hollywood Hills Hotel
Stay option 14.9 mi away

Best Western Plus Hollywood Hills Hotel

Hollywood , CA
6141 Franklin Ave, Hollywood, CA 90028, United States
Rating 4.2/5 1,088 reviews Hotel

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to La Cañada Flintridge.

BUS

Pasadena, California

8 mi away
150 South Los Robles Ave.
BUS

La Crescenta, California

8 mi away
Honolulu & Lowell Avenue
RAIL

Glendale Transportation Center

11 mi away
400 West Cerritos Avenue
RAIL

Burbank Airport–South station

15 mi away
3750 Empire Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Lancaster and La Verne. Straight-line distance: 46.31 mi (74.53 km).

Lancaster

#1 Lancaster

The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.

Population155,822
Coordinates34.6980400, -118.1367400
Altitude719
CountryUnited States
La Verne

#2 La Verne

City in California

Population32,160
Coordinates34.1008400, -117.7678400
Altitude323
CountryUnited States
Start: Lancaster (-118.13674, 34.69804)
End: La Verne (-117.76784, 34.10084)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 124 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 33m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 55m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 32m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 16m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 05m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 57m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.72 gal
10.28 L · about $15.69
Round trip
$31.38
5.44 gal · 20.56 L
Estimated CO2
24.2 kg one way
Round trip: 48.3 kg / 106 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.77 $15.69 $31.38
Mid-grade $6.07 $16.50 $33.00
Premium $6.24 $16.98 $33.96
Diesel $7.57 $20.58 $41.16

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in California · Apr 18, 2026

There is no time difference between Lancaster and La Verne. The current time is 06:45:36.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.