Death Valley to Vista: Road Trip Guide & Distance

230.9 miles 371.6 km · straight line
288.6 miles estimated 464.5 km · driving distance
5h 48min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
184° S bearing direction

How far is Death Valley from Vista?

The distance from Death Valley to Vista is 230.9 miles (371.6 km) as the crow flies. Vista is located S of Death Valley. By car, the driving distance is approximately 288.6 miles, taking about 5h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Death Valley and Vista. 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 Death Valley to Vista

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 48min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 58min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 31min $35–$101* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Death Valley & Vista

Quick Facts

Death Valley
36.53°N, 116.93°W
America/Los_Angeles
-86m elevation
Vista
33.20°N, 117.24°W
America/Los_Angeles
100m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 77 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 107.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients