Moving from Sacramento, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Your Complete Guide
470
Miles
8.5 hrs
Drive Time
I-5 South / I-80 East
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Sacramento, CA
Los Angeles, CA
Cost of Living Index
112
166
Median Home Price
$430,000
$850,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,400/mo
$2,300/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$130
$140
Grocery Index
102
105
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 470-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Sacramento, CA and Los Angeles, CA.
San Francisco, CA
The City by the Bay, famous for the Golden Gate Bridge, cable cars, and tech innovation. A cultural melting pot with iconic neighborhoods.
Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman's Wharf, and Silicon Valley proximity
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 470 miles via I-5 South / I-80 East, taking about 8.5 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 2 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.