Cedar City to Furnace Creek: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cedar City from Furnace Creek?

The distance from Cedar City to Furnace Creek is 226 miles (363.7 km) as the crow flies. Furnace Creek is located WSW of Cedar City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 282.5 miles, taking about 5h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Cedar City in Utah 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cedar 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.