Apple Valley, California to Ellensburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Apple Valley, California from Ellensburg?

The distance from Apple Valley, California to Ellensburg is 880.9 miles (1417.7 km) as the crow flies. Ellensburg is located N of Apple Valley, California. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1057.1 miles, taking about 21h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 16min. Both are located in United States — Apple Valley, California in California and Ellensburg in Washington.

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. Heading North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road. 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 Apple Valley, California and Ellensburg. 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.