Avondale to Barstow: Road Trip Guide & Distance

285.6 miles 459.6 km · straight line
357 miles estimated 574.5 km · driving distance
7h 11min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
292° WNW bearing direction

How far is Avondale from Barstow?

The distance from Avondale to Barstow is 285.6 miles (459.6 km) as the crow flies. Barstow is located WNW of Avondale. By car, the driving distance is approximately 357 miles, taking about 7h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Avondale in Arizona and Barstow in California.

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. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Avondale and Barstow. 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 Avondale to Barstow

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 11min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 37min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 49min $43–$125* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Avondale & Barstow

Quick Facts

Avondale
33.44°N, 112.35°W
America/Phoenix
297m elevation
Barstow
34.90°N, 117.02°W
America/Los_Angeles
663m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 95 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 87.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients