Cost to drive from Los Angeles to Las Vegas
Driving from Los Angeles to Las Vegas covers 270 miles (435 km) and takes about 4h 59min without stops. At California's current fuel prices (week of 2026-07-20), the fuel for the trip costs about $50.41 in a typical petrol car — here's the full breakdown for petrol, diesel and electric.
| Location | Petrol/gal | Diesel/gal |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | $5.59 | $6.81 |
| Las Vegas | $4.72 | $5.59 |
Enter your fuel economy and see stops along the way.
How this cost is calculated
We take the real driving distance between Los Angeles and Las Vegas (270 miles) from OpenStreetMap routing, then multiply by a typical car's fuel use and California's current average pump price. The petrol figure assumes 30 MPG · 7.8 L/100km; diesel and EV use 35 MPG · 6.7 L/100km and 3.5 mi/kWh. Your real cost depends on your car, traffic, driving style and the stations you pick — use the planner for your exact numbers, and check live prices on the California fuel prices page.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to drive from Los Angeles to Las Vegas?
The drive is 270 miles (435 km) and takes about 4h 59min without stops. Fuel costs roughly $50.41 in an average petrol car, $52.58 in a diesel, and $13.13 in an electric car, using California's current fuel prices.
How far is it from Los Angeles to Las Vegas in miles and km?
About 270 miles or 435 kilometres by road — roughly 4h 59min of driving.
Is it cheaper to fill up in Los Angeles or Las Vegas?
Petrol is cheaper in Nevada ($4.72/gal) than in California ($5.59/gal), so wait to fill up when you arrive.
How do I get the exact cost for my car?
Open the FuelWide route planner, enter your car's fuel economy, and it prices the trip on live data — and shows fuel or charging stops along the way.
Driving distance via OSRM / OpenStreetMap. Fuel prices are California's current official averages; efficiency and electricity rate are typical estimates. Your figure will vary — use the planner for an exact result.