Furnace Creek to Upland: Road Trip Guide & Distance

169 miles 271.9 km · straight line
211.2 miles estimated 339.9 km · driving distance
4h 15min estimated drive time
$20 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
195° SSW bearing direction

How far is Furnace Creek from Upland?

The distance from Furnace Creek to Upland is 169 miles (271.9 km) as the crow flies. Upland is located SSW of Furnace Creek. By car, the driving distance is approximately 211.2 miles, taking about 4h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. 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 Upland. 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 Upland

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 15min $20 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 6min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~4h 2min $25–$74* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Furnace Creek & Upland

Quick Facts

Furnace Creek
36.46°N, 116.87°W
America/Los_Angeles
-59m elevation
Upland
34.10°N, 117.65°W
America/Los_Angeles
377m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 56 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 147.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients