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

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

The distance from Joshua Tree, California (National Park) to Tusayan is 258.7 miles (416.3 km) as the crow flies. Tusayan is located NE of Joshua Tree, California (National Park). By car, the driving distance is approximately 323.4 miles, taking about 6h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Joshua Tree, California (National Park) in California and Tusayan 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 Tusayan. 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.