Joshua Tree, California (National Park) to Sun City West: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Joshua Tree, California (National Park) from Sun City West?

The distance from Joshua Tree, California (National Park) to Sun City West is 205 miles (329.9 km) as the crow flies. Sun City West is located E of Joshua Tree, California (National Park). By car, the driving distance is approximately 256.3 miles, taking about 5h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Joshua Tree, California (National Park) in California and Sun City West 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.

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