Atwater to Furnace Creek: Road Trip Guide & Distance

215.7 miles 347.2 km · straight line
269.7 miles estimated 434 km · driving distance
5h 26min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
105° ESE bearing direction

How far is Atwater from Furnace Creek?

The distance from Atwater to Furnace Creek is 215.7 miles (347.2 km) as the crow flies. Furnace Creek is located ESE of Atwater. By car, the driving distance is approximately 269.7 miles, taking about 5h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Atwater and Furnace Creek. 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 Atwater to Furnace Creek

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 26min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 31min $22–$40* Budget
Train ~5h 10min $32–$94* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Atwater & Furnace Creek

Quick Facts

Atwater
37.35°N, 120.61°W
America/Los_Angeles
46m elevation
Furnace Creek
36.46°N, 116.87°W
America/Los_Angeles
-59m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 72 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 115.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients