Moving from Los Angeles, CA to Sacramento, CA
Your Complete Guide
470
Miles
8.5 hrs
Drive Time
I-5 North / I-40 West
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Los Angeles, CA
Sacramento, CA
Cost of Living Index
166
112
Median Home Price
$850,000
$430,000
Median 1BR Rent
$2,300/mo
$1,400/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$140
$130
Grocery Index
105
102
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 470-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Los Angeles, CA and Sacramento, CA.
Bakersfield, CA
A Central Valley city known for its country music scene and agricultural industry. The birthplace of the Bakersfield Sound in country music.
Bakersfield Sound country music, oil industry, and agriculture
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 470 miles via I-5 North / I-40 West, taking about 8.5 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 2 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.