El Mirage to Palm Springs, California: Road Trip Guide & Distance

243 miles 391.1 km · straight line
303.8 miles estimated 488.9 km · driving distance
6h 7min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
275° W bearing direction

How far is El Mirage from Palm Springs, California?

The distance from El Mirage to Palm Springs, California is 243 miles (391.1 km) as the crow flies. Palm Springs, California is located W of El Mirage. By car, the driving distance is approximately 303.8 miles, taking about 6h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — El Mirage in Arizona and Palm Springs, California 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 Palm Springs, California. 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 Palm Springs, California

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 7min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 20min $24–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 49min $36–$106* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between El Mirage & Palm Springs, California

Quick Facts

El Mirage
33.61°N, 112.32°W
America/Phoenix
349m elevation
Palm Springs, California
33.83°N, 116.55°W
America/Los_Angeles
146m elevation
Explore more routes from Palm Springs, California

Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 81 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 102.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients