Gallup to Ridgecrest: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Gallup from Ridgecrest?

The distance from Gallup to Ridgecrest is 501.6 miles (807.3 km) as the crow flies. Ridgecrest is located W of Gallup. By car, the driving distance is approximately 602 miles, taking about 12h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 31min. Both are located in United States — Gallup in New Mexico and Ridgecrest 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. 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 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.