There are
1,370 mi
from Laguna Beach, CA to Gatesville, TX
That's the driving distance. It would take 1 day to go from Laguna Beach, California to Gatesville, Texas.
The flight distance (direct flight from Laguna Beach, CA to Gatesville, TX) is 1,175.05 mi.
1,370 mi = 2,204.25 kms