How long is the drive from Los Angeles to Yosemite NP?

About 6 hr 6 min and 311 mi of road driving, before any detours.

What are the best stops between Los Angeles and Yosemite NP?

Top ranked stops include The Elderberry House, Fort Tejon State Historic Park, Castaic Lake SRA. Each stop shows an honest +N min detour estimate from the main drive.

Can I plan this drive in Roamward?

Yes — open the pre-filled From→To planner for Los Angeles to Yosemite NP, pick a detour budget, and save the trip.

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Los Angeles to Yosemite NP drive: 11 ranked stops, break in Selma

Los Angeles, CA → Yosemite NP, CA. See the drive, choose stops that fit your time, and save a trip you can edit later.

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311 miRoad miles

6 hr 6 minDrive time

1States crossed

11Detour stops

Worth the detour

Stops along the drive

1 stop · 10 hidden

All11 Dining4 Historic Sites2 Nature Stops1 National parks1 Roadside Americana1 Camping1 Hikes1

Yosemite National Park+26 min
National parks · CA
Granite cliffs, waterfalls & giant sequoias

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State hubs & places

California atlas The Elderberry House Fort Tejon State Historic Park Castaic Lake SRA Mini Kabob

Stay & experience

Where to break the drive

Long drive — book a night near Selma, then compare stays in Yosemite NP.

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Things to do near Yosemite NP

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FAQ

Before you go

How long is the drive from Los Angeles to Yosemite NP?
About 6 hr 6 min and 311 mi of road driving, before any detours.
What are the best stops between Los Angeles and Yosemite NP?
Top ranked stops include The Elderberry House, Fort Tejon State Historic Park, Castaic Lake SRA. Each stop shows an honest +N min detour estimate from the main drive.
Can I plan this drive in Roamward?
Yes — open the pre-filled From→To planner for Los Angeles to Yosemite NP, pick a detour budget, and save the trip.

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