Furnace Creek to Los Banos: Road Trip Guide & Distance

224.4 miles 361.1 km · straight line
280.5 miles estimated 451.4 km · driving distance
5h 39min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
282° WNW bearing direction

How far is Furnace Creek from Los Banos?

The distance from Furnace Creek to Los Banos is 224.4 miles (361.1 km) as the crow flies. Los Banos is located WNW of Furnace Creek. By car, the driving distance is approximately 280.5 miles, taking about 5h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States.

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 Furnace Creek and Los Banos. 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.

How to Get from Furnace Creek to Los Banos

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 39min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 47min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 22min $34–$98* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Furnace Creek & Los Banos

Quick Facts

Furnace Creek
36.46°N, 116.87°W
America/Los_Angeles
-59m elevation
Los Banos
37.06°N, 120.85°W
America/Los_Angeles
36m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 75 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 111 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients