Apple Valley, California to Sun City West: Road Trip Guide & Distance

283.2 miles 455.8 km · straight line
354.1 miles estimated 569.8 km · driving distance
7h 7min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
100° E bearing direction

How far is Apple Valley, California from Sun City West?

The distance from Apple Valley, California to Sun City West is 283.2 miles (455.8 km) as the crow flies. Sun City West is located E of Apple Valley, California. By car, the driving distance is approximately 354.1 miles, taking about 7h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Apple Valley, California in California and Sun City West in Arizona.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Apple Valley, California and Sun City West. 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 Sun City West

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 7min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 32min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 46min $42–$124* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Apple Valley, California & Sun City West

Quick Facts

Apple Valley, California
34.50°N, 117.19°W
America/Los_Angeles
898m elevation
Sun City West
33.66°N, 112.34°W
America/Phoenix
376m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 94 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 87.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients