Boise to Furnace Creek: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Boise from Furnace Creek?

The distance from Boise to Furnace Creek is 495.7 miles (797.8 km) as the crow flies. Furnace Creek is located S of Boise. By car, the driving distance is approximately 594.9 miles, taking about 11h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 30min. Both are located in United States — Boise in Idaho and Furnace Creek in California.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Boise 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.