Albuquerque to Joshua Tree, California (Town): Road Trip Guide & Distance

553.1 miles 890.2 km · straight line
677.4 miles actual route 1090.1 km · driving distance
11h 53min estimated drive time
$65 - $80 estimated fuel cost
~1h 37min flight time
266° W bearing direction

How far is Albuquerque from Joshua Tree, California (Town)?

The distance from Albuquerque to Joshua Tree, California (Town) is 553.1 miles (890.2 km) as the crow flies. Joshua Tree, California (Town) is located W of Albuquerque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 677.4 miles, taking about 11h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 37min. Both are located in United States — Albuquerque in New Mexico and Joshua Tree, California (Town) 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albuquerque and Joshua Tree, California (Town). The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Albuquerque to Joshua Tree, California (Town)

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 53min $65 - $80 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 37min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 16min $54–$102* Budget
Train ~15h 27min $81–$237* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Albuquerque & Joshua Tree, California (Town)

Quick Facts

Albuquerque
35.08°N, 106.65°W
America/Denver
1520m elevation
Joshua Tree, California (Town)
34.13°N, 116.31°W
America/Los_Angeles
817m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 184 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 46 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 45 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM