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

274.9 miles 442.4 km · straight line
343.6 miles estimated 553 km · driving distance
6h 55min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
256° WSW bearing direction

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

The distance from Flagstaff to Joshua Tree, California (Town) is 274.9 miles (442.4 km) as the crow flies. Joshua Tree, California (Town) is located WSW of Flagstaff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 343.6 miles, taking about 6h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Flagstaff 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 Flagstaff 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 Flagstaff to Joshua Tree, California (Town)

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 55min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 18min $27–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 34min $41–$120* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Flagstaff & Joshua Tree, California (Town)

Quick Facts

Flagstaff
35.20°N, 111.65°W
America/Phoenix
2106m 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 92 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 90.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients