{"id":13264,"date":"2024-03-29T15:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-03-29T22:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/?p=13264"},"modified":"2025-04-29T08:57:09","modified_gmt":"2025-04-29T15:57:09","slug":"la-to-las-vegas-road-trip","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/la-to-las-vegas-road-trip\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Los Angeles to Las Vegas Road Trip Itinerary"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can take a direct route when driving from Los Angeles to Las Vegas&ndash;<em>but where&rsquo;s the fun in that?<\/em> The best Los Angeles to Las Vegas Road trip isn&rsquo;t a straight line; it winds through historical sites like <strong>The Mojave National Preserve<\/strong>, quaint local restaurants like <strong>Peggy Sue&rsquo;s &lsquo;50s Diner<\/strong>, and art installations like <strong>Seven Magic Mountains<\/strong>. <em>As they say, it isn&rsquo;t about the destination; it&rsquo;s about the journey!&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before you set off on your journey, be aware that the route from Las Vegas to Los Angeles is a popular one, frequented by locals who utilize it for weekend adventures (which can mean traffic along the way).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To make the hours of driving through the desert (and sitting in traffic) a bit more bearable, make pit stops in locations that work best for you. Whether you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/best-rv-camping-in-california\/\">are traveling in your RV <\/a>or car, here&rsquo;s the best road trip itinerary from Los Angeles to Las Vegas.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"the-best-los-angeles-to-las-vegas-itinerary\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Best Los Angeles to Las Vegas Itinerary&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A road trip from Los Angeles to Las Vegas is a great excuse to visit attractions like Victorville, Route 66 Museum, and the Mojave National Preserve. Here&rsquo;s a brief overview of our favorite Los Angeles to Las Vegas route.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Depending on traffic, hitting each of these stops should equate to about 6.5 to 8 hours of driving. <em>If you know you are going to travel from Los Angeles to Las Vegas often, don&rsquo;t feel the need to stop at each place on your first trip.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Los Angeles to Victorville Route 66 Museum: <strong>85 miles<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Victorville Route 66 Museum to Elmer&rsquo;s Bottle Tree Ranch: <strong>30 miles<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Elmer&rsquo;s Bottle Tree Ranch to Calico Ghost Town: <strong>50 miles<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Calico Ghost Town to Mojave National Preserve: <strong>60 miles<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mojave National Preserve to Alien Jerky, Baker, CA: <strong>70 miles<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alien Jerky to Seven Magic Mountains: <strong>90 miles<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seven Magic Mountains to Pioneer Saloon, Goodsprings, NV: <strong>15 miles<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pioneer Saloon to Las Vegas, NV: <strong>40 miles<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"embarking-on-the-classic-la-to-las-vegas-drive\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Embarking on the Classic LA to Las Vegas Drive<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img  decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\" pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/l7Ucd0b72M2YGrfqTPht6i19jA0TVhXAXhMIVXT-QzJi13GYzDJRhlLATPHCcPGK5zYYnjsSGZA41tn2tNtLjGcZx52fSjJ4VFGGsrVt6QiiF0XAnirNQ9ft0UCGY7uXKO0biImqD69Bs1t4cOHIzwg\" ><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The journey, which spans approximately<strong> 422 miles<\/strong>, can be completed in a day or spread out across several days.<em> It all depends on how many pitstops you&rsquo;re prepared to make. <\/em>From the historic end of Route 66 in LA to the glitz of the Las Vegas Strip,<strong> the trip isn&rsquo;t the monotonous desert drive people assume it is.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<html><body><div id=\"in_post\">\n    <div class=\"control\">\r\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/search?can_store_vehicle=true&amp;overrideTitle=RV%20Storage&amp;storing=RV\" onclick=\"rudderanalytics.track('press editorial cta button', {location: 'first in post', version: '2.2'}, () =&gt; { console.log('track call'); });\">\r\n\t\t  <div class=\"first-in-post-cta\">\r\n\t\t    <header>\r\n\t\t      <h2 id=\"how-neighbor-is-changing-rv-storage\">How Neighbor is changing RV storage<\/h2>\r\n\t\t    <\/header>\r\n\t\t    <section>\r\n\t\t      <div class=\"service-option\">\r\n\t\t        <div class=\"service-option-icon\">\r\n\t\t          <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"60\" height=\"60\" viewbox=\"0 0 60 60\" fill=\"none\">\r\n\t\t            <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M13.125 9.375C11.0539 9.375 9.375 11.0539 9.375 13.125V46.875C9.375 48.9461 11.0539 50.625 13.125 50.625H46.875C48.9461 50.625 50.625 48.9461 50.625 46.875V13.125C50.625 11.0539 48.9461 9.375 46.875 9.375H13.125ZM28.125 16.875C28.125 15.8395 28.9645 15 30 15C31.0355 15 31.875 15.8395 31.875 16.875V20.625H35.625C36.6605 20.625 37.5 21.4645 37.5 22.5C37.5 23.5355 36.6605 24.375 35.625 24.375H26.25C25.2145 24.375 24.375 25.2145 24.375 26.25C24.375 27.2855 25.2145 28.125 26.25 28.125H33.75C36.8566 28.125 39.375 30.6434 39.375 33.75C39.375 36.8566 36.8566 39.375 33.75 39.375H31.875V43.125C31.875 44.1605 31.0355 45 30 45C28.9645 45 28.125 44.1605 28.125 43.125V39.375H22.5C21.4645 39.375 20.625 38.5355 20.625 37.5C20.625 36.4645 21.4645 35.625 22.5 35.625H33.75C34.7855 35.625 35.625 34.7855 35.625 33.75C35.625 32.7145 34.7855 31.875 33.75 31.875H26.25C23.1434 31.875 20.625 29.3566 20.625 26.25C20.625 23.1434 23.1434 20.625 26.25 20.625H28.125V16.875Z\" fill=\"#005EB8\"><\/path>\r\n\t\t          <\/svg>\r\n\t\t        <\/div>\r\n\t\t        <h3 id=\"transparent-monthly-savings\">Transparent monthly savings<\/h3>\r\n\t\t        <p>Renters save 30-50% on RV storage, on average. 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This particular trip has a lot to offer, but you&rsquo;ll want to avoid traffic and other setbacks.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>To avoid traffic congestion, try to leave Los Angeles for Las Vegas between 6 and 7 a.m.<\/strong> You can leave earlier, but you may enjoy fewer attractions along the way because they may not be open yet for normal business hours.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Locals tend to travel from LA to Vegas on the weekends, so you&rsquo;ll want to time your departure time right and leave before they do on a Friday morning. Be aware, though, that an average of roughly 35,650 people cross the California\/Nevada state line daily at the I-15 Primm exit, potentially impacting traffic flow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Under normal traffic conditions (and with no detours for attractions), the drive from LA to Vegas via I-15 N should take approximately 4 hours and 15 minutes.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"departing-los-angeles\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Departing Los Angeles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As you depart Los Angeles at the very start of your journey, there&rsquo;s plenty to see. On your way out of town, you should catch a glimpse of <strong>Mountain San Antonio<\/strong>, also known as Mount Baldy. The mountains set against the desert scenery are something straight out of a watercolor painting. However, the scenery will change quickly as you venture out of the Los Angeles area. <em>In other words, enjoy the mountains while you are there!&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"first-stop-the-deserts-hidden-gems\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">First Stop: The Desert&rsquo;s Hidden Gems<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The desert isn&rsquo;t just about barren landscapes. Along the way, you&rsquo;ll find the Mojave Desert Lava Tube, Route 66, and even the Pioneers Saloon.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The Nostalgia at Elmer&rsquo;s Bottle Tree Ranch<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the first stops on <strong>Route 66 is Elmer&rsquo;s Bottle Tree Ranch<\/strong>, a unique open-air art exhibition of bottle trees. Here, you&rsquo;ll want to take some pictures and let the art enthusiasts you&rsquo;re traveling with appreciate all that Bottle Tree Ranch has to offer.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The ranch showcases Elmer&rsquo;s creative use of discarded bottles, repurposing them as gas tanks (and so much more)! It&rsquo;s not something you&rsquo;ll see every day, especially when trekking across the desert on a road trip.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>This stop doesn&rsquo;t take long<\/strong>, but it&rsquo;s a good opportunity to stretch your legs and see how trash can be turned into treasure.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"mojave-national-preserves-natural-wonders\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mojave National Preserve&rsquo;s Natural Wonders<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mojave National Preserve sheds light on the otherwise mysterious world of desert ecosystems. <strong>Road-trippers agree that the most interesting display is the Kelso Dunes.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While at the Mojave National Preserve, you can encounter a diverse range of desert wildlife, including the Mojave Fringe-toed lizard, kit foxes, and desert tortoises. This is a <strong>must-see stop on your road trip for nature lovers <\/strong>and anyone who appreciates geological history.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>If you can time it during sunset, you&rsquo;ll be glad you did!&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"alien-jerky\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Alien Jerky<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Located in Baker, California, Alien Jerky is a quirky store offering various flavors of homemade beef jerky. Whether you enjoy Honey Teriyaki or the Roadkill Original, the Alien Jerky store is a good spot to stop for a snack along the way. Here, you&rsquo;ll find hot sauces, stuffed olives, assorted nuts, and alien-themed merchandise.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Alien Jerky is also a great place to grab a souvenir for yourself or a gift <\/strong>for anyone who didn&rsquo;t tag along on your LA to Los Vegas road trip.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<html><body><div id=\"2_in_post\">\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/search?can_store_vehicle=true&amp;overrideTitle=RV%20Storage&amp;storing=RV\" onclick=\"rudderanalytics.track('press editorial cta button', {location: 'second in post', version: '2.0'}, () =&gt; { console.log('track call'); });\">\r\n  <div class=\"second-in-post-cta\">\r\n    <section>\r\n      <div class=\"service-option\">\r\n        <h2 id=\"save-up-to-1200-year-on-rv-storage-parking\">Save up to $1,200\/year on RV storage &amp; parking<\/h2>\r\n        <button>Search in your area\r\n          <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"25\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 25 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M11 2.90625C9.4981 2.90625 8.02993 3.35162 6.78114 4.18603C5.53236 5.02044 4.55905 6.20642 3.98429 7.594C3.40954 8.98157 3.25916 10.5084 3.55217 11.9815C3.84517 13.4545 4.56841 14.8076 5.63041 15.8696C6.69242 16.9316 8.04549 17.6548 9.51854 17.9478C10.9916 18.2408 12.5184 18.0905 13.906 17.5157C14.4508 17.29 14.9646 17.0029 15.4382 16.6618L19.5132 20.7368C19.9892 21.2127 20.7608 21.2127 21.2368 20.7368C21.7127 20.2608 21.7127 19.4892 21.2368 19.0132L17.1618 14.9382C17.2137 14.8661 17.2645 14.793 17.314 14.7189C18.1484 13.4701 18.5938 12.0019 18.5938 10.5C18.5938 8.48601 17.7937 6.55451 16.3696 5.13041C14.9455 3.7063 13.014 2.90625 11 2.90625ZM14.7493 14.0398C14.9463 13.8311 15.1264 13.6054 15.2873 13.3647C15.8538 12.5167 16.1562 11.5198 16.1562 10.5C16.1562 9.13248 15.613 7.82096 14.646 6.85398C13.679 5.887 12.3675 5.34375 11 5.34375C9.98019 5.34375 8.98328 5.64616 8.13534 6.21273C7.2874 6.77931 6.62651 7.58461 6.23625 8.52679C5.84599 9.46897 5.74387 10.5057 5.94283 11.5059C6.14178 12.5061 6.63287 13.4249 7.35398 14.146C8.0751 14.8671 8.99385 15.3582 9.99407 15.5572C10.9943 15.7561 12.031 15.654 12.9732 15.2638C13.5557 15.0225 14.086 14.6777 14.5398 14.2493C14.5699 14.2108 14.6028 14.1737 14.6382 14.1382C14.6737 14.1028 14.7108 14.0699 14.7493 14.0398Z\" fill=\"#EFF5F8\"><\/path>\r\n          <\/svg>\r\n        <\/button>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/section>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/a>\n  <\/div><\/body><\/html><h2 id=\"historical-pit-stops-along-the-way\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Historical Pit Stops Along the Way<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&rsquo;s no secret that California and Nevada have quite a rich history.&nbsp; From California&rsquo;s silver mining history at Calico Ghost Town to the legacy of America&rsquo;s famed Route 66 at the museum in Victorville, these historical pit stops are perfect for anyone who enjoys learning a bit more about America. <em>(It&rsquo;s also a great way to break up your drive).&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"calico-ghost-town-the-wild-west\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Calico Ghost Town <em>(The Wild West) <\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Calico Ghost Town offers a glimpse into California&rsquo;s silver mining history through a Wild West atmosphere. 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If you are hungry when you visit, the Calico House Restaurant serves classic American cuisine.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"pioneer-saloon\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pioneer Saloon<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pioneer Saloon, built in 1913 by George Fayle, is the <strong>oldest working saloon in Nevada.<\/strong> It attracts Nevada residents and tourists alike. The saloon retains its historical charm by preserving the original brass detailing and bullet holes in the walls, telling tales of its storied past.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Clark Gable, a famous patron, added to the bar&rsquo;s lore as he awaited news of his wife Carole Lombard&rsquo;s plane crash at the saloon. The combination of <strong>historical value<\/strong>, the <strong>celebrity element<\/strong>, and the <strong>supernatural tales<\/strong> have all cemented Pioneer Saloon&rsquo;s reputation as a legendary venue on your journey to Vegas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even though it&rsquo;s technically a Saloon, the <strong>Pioneer Saloon welcomes all ages and is known for its burgers and BBQ.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"art-installations-to-hit-before-reaching-vegas\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Art Installations to Hit Before Reaching Vegas<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As you near Vegas, you&rsquo;ll notice a colorful landmark in the desert &ndash; the <a href=\"https:\/\/sevenmagicmountains.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Seven Magic Mountains.<\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This outdoor art exhibit consists of <strong>seven thirty-two-foot towers of multi-colored balanced boulders<\/strong>. Part of the Land Art continuum, Seven Magic Mountains draws a connection between nature and human creativity and is<strong> positioned between Nevada&rsquo;s desert and Interstate 15.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Created by Swiss artist Ugo Rondinone, Seven Magic Mountains adds an international flair to the Nevada desert setting, and it&rsquo;s become <strong>a popular photo spot and social media landmark.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"pit-stops-places-to-eat-on-your-journey\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Pit Stops: Places to Eat on Your Journey<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A road trip is incomplete without delicious eats. From classic American fast-food dishes at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.peggysuesdiner.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Peggy Sue&rsquo;s &lsquo;50s Diner<\/a> to unique bites at The Mad Greek Cafe, you may want to be hungry on your journey from LA to Vegas!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Lola&rsquo;s Kitchen<\/strong> is open from 4 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. for those early risers (and late eaters), serving dishes such as huevos rancheros. If you&rsquo;re craving alternatives to traditional fast food, there&rsquo;s <strong>Freddy&rsquo;s Frozen Custard &amp; Steakburger<\/strong>s, Maria&rsquo;s Mexican Restaurant, and <strong>Mr. Kabob.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"happy-road-tripping\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Happy Road-Tripping! <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&rsquo;re traveling by RV, you&rsquo;ll need a place to store it when the trip is over. 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