Joshua Tree, California (National Park) to Zion, Utah: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Joshua Tree, California (National Park) from Zion, Utah?
The distance from Joshua Tree, California (National Park) to Zion, Utah is 286.5 miles (461 km) as the crow flies. Zion, Utah is located NNE of Joshua Tree, California (National Park). By car, the driving distance is approximately 358.1 miles, taking about 7h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Joshua Tree, California (National Park) in California and Zion, Utah 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 Zion, Utah. 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 Zion, Utah
Suggested Stops Between Joshua Tree, California (National Park) & Zion, Utah
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 96 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
- You could travel this distance about 86.9 times to circle the Earth's equator