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Los Angeles, CA to Las Vegas, NV Road Trip — Best Stops Along the Way

The best attractions, restaurants, and scenic stops between Los Angeles, CA and Las Vegas, NV. 270 mi, approximately 4 hours 2 mins of driving. Real drive times, real ratings, real photos.

Los Angeles, CALas Vegas, NV

270 mi · 4 hours 2 mins drive · 12 stops found

12 stops along the way

Descanso Gardens, La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011
1

Descanso Gardens

La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011

19 min from Los Angeles4.7 (10,440)Attraction
Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden, Arcadia, CA 91007
2

Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden

Arcadia, CA 91007

24 min from Los Angeles4.8 (5,461)Attraction
Temple of the Forbidden Eye, 31 Royal Street, Anaheim
3

Temple of the Forbidden Eye

31 Royal Street, Anaheim

31 min from Los Angeles4.7 (50)Attraction
Arboretum and Botanical Garden at Cal State Fullerton, Fullerton, CA 92831
4

Arboretum and Botanical Garden at Cal State Fullerton

Fullerton, CA 92831

36 min from Los Angeles4.7 (1,612)NatureAttraction
Pirates of Chino Hills, Chino Hills, CA 91709
5

Pirates of Chino Hills

Chino Hills, CA 91709

40 min from Los Angeles5.0 (2)Attraction
Chino Hills State Park, Chino Hills, CA 91709
6

Chino Hills State Park

Chino Hills, CA 91709

40 min from Los Angeles4.6 (2,353)NatureAttraction
Immersive Gamebox - Victoria Gardens, Rancho Cucamonga, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739
7

Immersive Gamebox - Victoria Gardens, Rancho Cucamonga

Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739

49 min from Los Angeles5.0 (3,257)Attraction
Jurupa Mountains Discovery Center, Riverside, CA 92509
8

Jurupa Mountains Discovery Center

Riverside, CA 92509

50 min from Los Angeles4.4 (1,093)HistoryAttraction
Mary Vagle Nature Center, Fontana, CA 92337
9

Mary Vagle Nature Center

Fontana, CA 92337

51 min from Los Angeles4.7 (998)Nature
North Etiwanda Preserve, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739
10

North Etiwanda Preserve

Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739

52 min from Los Angeles4.6 (937)NatureAttraction
Etiwanda Falls Trailhead, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739
11

Etiwanda Falls Trailhead

Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739

52 min from Los Angeles4.6 (1,535)Attraction
Glen Helen Regional Park, San Bernardino, CA 92407
12

Glen Helen Regional Park

San Bernardino, CA 92407

55 min from Los Angeles4.4 (3,079)FamilyNatureAttraction

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the drive from Los Angeles, CA to Las Vegas, NV?

The drive from Los Angeles, CA to Las Vegas, NV is 270 mi, taking approximately 4 hours 2 mins without stops. With stops for food, gas, and sightseeing, plan for a full day.

What are the best stops between Los Angeles, CA and Las Vegas, NV?

The best stops include scenic overlooks, state parks, historic towns, and local restaurants along the route. Check the stop cards above for top-rated options with real drive times and ratings from Google.

Is the Los Angeles to Las Vegas drive scenic?

Yes. The route between Los Angeles, CA and Las Vegas, NV passes through several interesting areas. The stops listed above highlight the best scenic, cultural, and food destinations along the way.

Should I make the Los Angeles to Las Vegas trip a road trip or just drive straight through?

We recommend making it a road trip. The stops between Los Angeles, CA and Las Vegas, NV are worth the detour. Most add less than 30 minutes to your total drive and offer experiences you won't find at highway rest stops.

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