Boulder City to Joshua Tree, California (National Park): Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Boulder City from Joshua Tree, California (National Park)?

The distance from Boulder City to Joshua Tree, California (National Park) is 157.5 miles (253.5 km) as the crow flies. Joshua Tree, California (National Park) is located SSW of Boulder City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 196.9 miles, taking about 3h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Boulder City in Nevada and Joshua Tree, California (National Park) 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. 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 Boulder City 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.