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

281.3 miles 452.7 km · straight line
351.6 miles estimated 565.9 km · driving distance
7h 4min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
35° NE bearing direction

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

The distance from Joshua Tree, California (National Park) to Springdale is 281.3 miles (452.7 km) as the crow flies. Springdale is located NE of Joshua Tree, California (National Park). By car, the driving distance is approximately 351.6 miles, taking about 7h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Joshua Tree, California (National Park) in California and Springdale in Utah.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Joshua Tree, California (National Park) and Springdale. 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 Springdale

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 4min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 29min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 43min $42–$123* Comfort

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

Quick Facts

Joshua Tree, California (National Park)
33.87°N, 115.90°W
America/Los_Angeles
792m elevation
Springdale
37.19°N, 113.00°W
America/Denver
1158m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 94 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 88.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients