Folsom to Ridgecrest: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Folsom from Ridgecrest?

The distance from Folsom to Ridgecrest is 286 miles (460.3 km) as the crow flies. Ridgecrest is located SE of Folsom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 357.5 miles, taking about 7h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Folsom and Ridgecrest. 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.