Boulder City to Palm Springs, California: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Boulder City from Palm Springs, California?

The distance from Boulder City to Palm Springs, California is 177.3 miles (285.4 km) as the crow flies. Palm Springs, California is located SSW of Boulder City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 221.7 miles, taking about 4h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Boulder City in Nevada and Palm Springs, California 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 Palm Springs, California. 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.