Imperial to Palm Springs, California: Road Trip Guide & Distance

88.2 miles 142 km · straight line
110.3 miles estimated 177.5 km · driving distance
2h 13min estimated drive time
$11 - $13 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
321° NW bearing direction

How far is Imperial from Palm Springs, California?

The distance from Imperial to Palm Springs, California is 88.2 miles (142 km) as the crow flies. Palm Springs, California is located NW of Imperial. By car, the driving distance is approximately 110.3 miles, taking about 2h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Imperial and Palm Springs, California. 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 Imperial to Palm Springs, California

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 13min $11 - $13 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 40min $9–$17* Budget
Train ~2h 6min $13–$39* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Imperial & Palm Springs, California

Quick Facts

Imperial
32.85°N, 115.57°W
America/Los_Angeles
-18m elevation
Palm Springs, California
33.83°N, 116.55°W
America/Los_Angeles
146m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 29 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 282.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients