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

37.1 miles 59.7 km · straight line
48.2 miles estimated 77.6 km · driving distance
58min estimated drive time
$5 - $6 estimated fuel cost
~34min flight time · usually no direct flights
266° W bearing direction

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

The distance from Joshua Tree, California (National Park) to Palm Springs, California is 37.1 miles (59.7 km) as the crow flies. Palm Springs, California is located W of Joshua Tree, California (National Park). By car, the driving distance is approximately 48.2 miles, taking about 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Joshua Tree, California (National Park) 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 Joshua Tree, California (National Park) to Palm Springs, California

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 58min $5 - $6 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Joshua Tree, California (National Park) & Palm Springs, California

Quick Facts

Joshua Tree, California (National Park)
33.87°N, 115.90°W
America/Los_Angeles
792m 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 12 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 671.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients