Caldwell to Ridgecrest: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Caldwell from Ridgecrest?

The distance from Caldwell to Ridgecrest is 558 miles (898 km) as the crow flies. Ridgecrest is located S of Caldwell. By car, the driving distance is approximately 669.6 miles, taking about 13h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 37min. Both are located in United States — Caldwell in Idaho and Ridgecrest in California.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Ridgecrest. 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.