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

82.2 miles 132.3 km · straight line
102.8 miles estimated 165.4 km · driving distance
2h 4min estimated drive time
$10 - $12 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
341° NNW bearing direction

How far is Apple Valley, California from Ridgecrest?

The distance from Apple Valley, California to Ridgecrest is 82.2 miles (132.3 km) as the crow flies. Ridgecrest is located NNW of Apple Valley, California. By car, the driving distance is approximately 102.8 miles, taking about 2h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. 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 Apple Valley, California 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.

How to Get from Apple Valley, California to Ridgecrest

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 4min $10 - $12 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 29min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~1h 58min $12–$36* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Apple Valley, California & Ridgecrest

Quick Facts

Apple Valley, California
34.50°N, 117.19°W
America/Los_Angeles
898m elevation
Ridgecrest
35.62°N, 117.67°W
America/Los_Angeles
698m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 27 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 302.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients