Barstow to Pahrump: Road Trip Guide & Distance

107.7 miles 173.3 km · straight line
134.6 miles estimated 216.6 km · driving distance
2h 42min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
33° NNE bearing direction

How far is Barstow from Pahrump?

The distance from Barstow to Pahrump is 107.7 miles (173.3 km) as the crow flies. Pahrump is located NNE of Barstow. By car, the driving distance is approximately 134.6 miles, taking about 2h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — Barstow in California and Pahrump in Nevada.

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. 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 and Pahrump. 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 to Pahrump

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 42min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 14min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 34min $16–$47* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Barstow & Pahrump

Quick Facts

Barstow
34.90°N, 117.02°W
America/Los_Angeles
663m elevation
Pahrump
36.21°N, 115.98°W
America/Los_Angeles
822m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 36 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 231.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients