Alamogordo to Ridgecrest: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Alamogordo from Ridgecrest?

The distance from Alamogordo to Ridgecrest is 694.2 miles (1117.2 km) as the crow flies. Ridgecrest is located WNW of Alamogordo. By car, the driving distance is approximately 833 miles, taking about 16h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 54min. Both are located in United States — Alamogordo in New Mexico and Ridgecrest in California.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Alamogordo and Ridgecrest. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.