Moving from Phoenix, AZ to Los Angeles, CA
Your Complete Guide
370
Miles
5.5 hrs
Drive Time
I-10 West
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Phoenix, AZ
Los Angeles, CA
Cost of Living Index
103
166
Median Home Price
$380,000
$850,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,300/mo
$2,300/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$175
$140
Grocery Index
100
105
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 370-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Phoenix, AZ and Los Angeles, CA.
Palm Springs, CA
A desert resort city famous for its mid-century modern architecture and hot springs. A glamorous getaway destination with stunning mountain backdrops.
Mid-century modern architecture, aerial tramway, and desert hot springs
Riverside, CA
The birthplace of California's citrus industry and home to the grand Mission Inn. A growing Inland Empire city with UC Riverside.
Mission Inn, citrus heritage, and UC Riverside
State Transition Guide: Arizona → California
Moving from Arizona to California? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Update within 10 days of establishing residency in California
Vehicle Registration
Register vehicle within 20 days in California
Vehicle inspection: Smog check required
Things to Know About California
- Smog certification required for vehicle registration
- Proposition 13 limits property tax increases
- Lane splitting on motorcycles is legal
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 370 miles via I-10 West, taking about 5.5 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 1 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.