Caldwell to Death Valley: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Caldwell from Death Valley?

The distance from Caldwell to Death Valley is 492.9 miles (793.2 km) as the crow flies. Death Valley is located S of Caldwell. By car, the driving distance is approximately 591.4 miles, taking about 11h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. Both are located in United States — Caldwell in Idaho and Death Valley 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 Caldwell and Death Valley. 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.