Death Valley to Las Vegas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Death Valley from Las Vegas?

The distance from Death Valley to Las Vegas is 102.8 miles (165.5 km) as the crow flies. Las Vegas is located ESE of Death Valley. By car, the driving distance is approximately 131.5 miles, taking about 2h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Death Valley 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 Death Valley 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.