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

111.9 miles 180.1 km · straight line
139.9 miles estimated 225.1 km · driving distance
2h 49min estimated drive time
$13 - $17 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
142° SE bearing direction

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

The distance from Joshua Tree, California (National Park) to Somerton is 111.9 miles (180.1 km) as the crow flies. Somerton is located SE of Joshua Tree, California (National Park). By car, the driving distance is approximately 139.9 miles, taking about 2h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Joshua Tree, California (National Park) in California and Somerton in Arizona.

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. 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 Somerton. 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 Somerton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 49min $13 - $17 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 23min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~2h 41min $17–$49* Comfort

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

Quick Facts

Joshua Tree, California (National Park)
33.87°N, 115.90°W
America/Los_Angeles
792m elevation
Somerton
32.60°N, 114.71°W
America/Phoenix
32m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 37 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 222.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients