Concord, California to Ridgecrest: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Concord, California from Ridgecrest?

The distance from Concord, California to Ridgecrest is 290.9 miles (468.2 km) as the crow flies. Ridgecrest is located ESE of Concord, California. By car, the driving distance is approximately 363.7 miles, taking about 7h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Concord, California 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.