Barstow Heights to Joshua Tree, California (National Park): Road Trip Guide & Distance

95.3 miles 153.3 km · straight line
119.1 miles estimated 191.6 km · driving distance
2h 24min estimated drive time
$11 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
136° SE bearing direction

How far is Barstow Heights from Joshua Tree, California (National Park)?

The distance from Barstow Heights to Joshua Tree, California (National Park) is 95.3 miles (153.3 km) as the crow flies. Joshua Tree, California (National Park) is located SE of Barstow Heights. By car, the driving distance is approximately 119.1 miles, taking about 2h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Barstow Heights and Joshua Tree, California (National Park). 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 Barstow Heights to Joshua Tree, California (National Park)

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 24min $11 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 53min $10–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 17min $14–$42* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Barstow Heights & Joshua Tree, California (National Park)

Quick Facts

Barstow Heights
34.87°N, 117.06°W
America/Los_Angeles
780m elevation
Joshua Tree, California (National Park)
33.87°N, 115.90°W
America/Los_Angeles
792m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 32 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 261.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients