Bullhead City to Furnace Creek: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bullhead City from Furnace Creek?

The distance from Bullhead City to Furnace Creek is 157.4 miles (253.3 km) as the crow flies. Furnace Creek is located NW of Bullhead City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 196.7 miles, taking about 3h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Bullhead City in Arizona and Furnace Creek 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 Bullhead City 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.