Furnace Creek to Las Vegas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

98.1 miles 157.9 km · straight line
123.6 miles actual route 198.9 km · driving distance
2h 36min estimated drive time
$12 - $15 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
101° E bearing direction

How far is Furnace Creek from Las Vegas?

The distance from Furnace Creek to Las Vegas is 98.1 miles (157.9 km) as the crow flies. Las Vegas is located E of Furnace Creek. By car, the driving distance is approximately 123.6 miles, taking about 2h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Furnace Creek in California and Las Vegas in Nevada.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Furnace Creek and Las Vegas. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Furnace Creek to Las Vegas

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 36min $12 - $15 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 7min $10–$19* Budget
Train ~2h 28min $15–$43* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Furnace Creek & Las Vegas

Quick Facts

Furnace Creek
36.46°N, 116.87°W
America/Los_Angeles
-59m elevation
Las Vegas
36.17°N, 115.14°W
America/Los_Angeles
610m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 33 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 253.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM