Ellensburg to Yosemite: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ellensburg from Yosemite?

The distance from Ellensburg to Yosemite is 633 miles (1018.7 km) as the crow flies. Yosemite is located S of Ellensburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 759.6 miles, taking about 15h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 46min. Both are located in United States — Ellensburg in Washington and Yosemite in California.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ellensburg and Yosemite. 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.