El Mirage to Joshua Tree, California (Town): Road Trip Guide & Distance

231.6 miles 372.7 km · straight line
289.5 miles estimated 465.9 km · driving distance
5h 49min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
280° W bearing direction

How far is El Mirage from Joshua Tree, California (Town)?

The distance from El Mirage to Joshua Tree, California (Town) is 231.6 miles (372.7 km) as the crow flies. Joshua Tree, California (Town) is located W of El Mirage. By car, the driving distance is approximately 289.5 miles, taking about 5h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — El Mirage in Arizona and Joshua Tree, California (Town) in California.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for El Mirage and Joshua Tree, California (Town). 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 El Mirage to Joshua Tree, California (Town)

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 49min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 59min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 32min $35–$101* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between El Mirage & Joshua Tree, California (Town)

Quick Facts

El Mirage
33.61°N, 112.32°W
America/Phoenix
349m elevation
Joshua Tree, California (Town)
34.13°N, 116.31°W
America/Los_Angeles
817m 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 107.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients