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

144.8 miles 233 km · straight line
181 miles estimated 291.3 km · driving distance
3h 38min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
232° SW bearing direction

How far is Bullhead City from Palm Springs, California?

The distance from Bullhead City to Palm Springs, California is 144.8 miles (233 km) as the crow flies. Palm Springs, California is located SW of Bullhead City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 181 miles, taking about 3h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Bullhead City in Arizona 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 Bullhead 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.

How to Get from Bullhead City to Palm Springs, California

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 38min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 22min $14–$27* Budget
Train ~3h 27min $22–$63* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bullhead City & Palm Springs, California

Quick Facts

Bullhead City
35.15°N, 114.57°W
America/Phoenix
170m elevation
Palm Springs, California
33.83°N, 116.55°W
America/Los_Angeles
146m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 48 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 172 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients