Anaheim to Death Valley: Road Trip Guide & Distance

194.3 miles 312.7 km · straight line
242.9 miles estimated 390.9 km · driving distance
4h 53min estimated drive time
$23 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
16° NNE bearing direction

How far is Anaheim from Death Valley?

The distance from Anaheim to Death Valley is 194.3 miles (312.7 km) as the crow flies. Death Valley is located NNE of Anaheim. By car, the driving distance is approximately 242.9 miles, taking about 4h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Anaheim and Death Valley. 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.

How to Get from Anaheim to Death Valley

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 53min $23 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 52min $19–$36* Budget
Train ~4h 38min $29–$85* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Anaheim & Death Valley

Quick Facts

Anaheim
33.84°N, 117.91°W
America/Los_Angeles
48m elevation
Death Valley
36.53°N, 116.93°W
America/Los_Angeles
-86m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 65 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 128.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients