Gallup to Joshua Tree, California (National Park): Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Gallup from Joshua Tree, California (National Park)?

The distance from Gallup to Joshua Tree, California (National Park) is 422.3 miles (679.6 km) as the crow flies. Joshua Tree, California (National Park) is located WSW of Gallup. By car, the driving distance is approximately 506.7 miles, taking about 10h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 21min. Both are located in United States — Gallup in New Mexico and Joshua Tree, California (National Park) in California.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Gallup and Joshua Tree, California (National Park). 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.