Furnace Creek to Madera: Road Trip Guide & Distance

180.3 miles 290.2 km · straight line
225.4 miles estimated 362.8 km · driving distance
4h 32min estimated drive time
$22 - $27 estimated fuel cost
~52min flight time
282° WNW bearing direction

How far is Furnace Creek from Madera?

The distance from Furnace Creek to Madera is 180.3 miles (290.2 km) as the crow flies. Madera is located WNW of Furnace Creek. By car, the driving distance is approximately 225.4 miles, taking about 4h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 52min. 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. 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 Madera. 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 Madera

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 32min $22 - $27 Flexible stops
Fly ~52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 26min $18–$34* Budget
Train ~4h 18min $27–$79* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Furnace Creek & Madera

Quick Facts

Furnace Creek
36.46°N, 116.87°W
America/Los_Angeles
-59m elevation
Madera
36.96°N, 120.06°W
America/Los_Angeles
83m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 60 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 138.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients