You're Saying "LA to NYC," But Are You Saying "Road Trip!" or "Send Help?"
Ever looked at a map of the United States and thought, "Man, that country is big?" Well, buckle up buttercup, because we're about to take a deep dive into the vast emptiness (or theme park abundance, depending on your perspective) that separates Los Angeles from New York City.
The Short Answer (For the Impatient)
The distance between LA and NYC, as the crow flies (or perhaps a very determined bird flies), is roughly 2,445 miles (3,935 kilometers). That's a whole lotta land, a whole lotta snacks, and a whole lotta time to contemplate the meaning of life (or the next gas station, whichever comes first).
The Slightly Longer Answer (For the Slightly Less Impatient)
If you're planning on hitting the open road (because, honestly, who wouldn't want to take a scenic detour through the Mojave Desert in July?), then you're looking at a journey of closer to 2,800 miles (4,488 kilometers). That's the equivalent of driving from LA to New York...and then back again...and then almost all the way back again. Because apparently, America is really into its road trips.
But Wait, There's More! (Because Apparently Geography Isn't Funny Enough)
Did you know that there's a time difference between LA and NYC? Three whole hours, to be exact. So, if you leave LA feeling like a bright-eyed adventurer, there's a good chance you'll arrive in NYC feeling like you've just stepped out of a time machine (and possibly needing a nap).
The Important Part (That We Kind Of Buried Underneath a Pile of Jokes)
Look, however you choose to conquer this continental chasm (plane, train, automobile, unicycle for the truly adventurous), just remember to pack plenty of snacks, good tunes, and maybe a few sanity-saving podcasts. This is a journey, folks, and it's gonna be a wild ride.
