Furnace Creek to Tulare: Road Trip Guide & Distance

139.2 miles 224 km · straight line
174 miles estimated 280 km · driving distance
3h 30min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
264° W bearing direction

How far is Furnace Creek from Tulare?

The distance from Furnace Creek to Tulare is 139.2 miles (224 km) as the crow flies. Tulare is located W of Furnace Creek. By car, the driving distance is approximately 174 miles, taking about 3h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. 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 Tulare. 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 Tulare

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 30min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 12min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 20min $21–$61* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Furnace Creek & Tulare

Quick Facts

Furnace Creek
36.46°N, 116.87°W
America/Los_Angeles
-59m elevation
Tulare
36.21°N, 119.35°W
America/Los_Angeles
88m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 46 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 178.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients