Joshua Tree, California (Town) to Las Vegas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Joshua Tree, California (Town) from Las Vegas?

The distance from Joshua Tree, California (Town) to Las Vegas is 155.5 miles (250.2 km) as the crow flies. Las Vegas is located NNE of Joshua Tree, California (Town). By car, the driving distance is approximately 198.8 miles, taking about 4h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Joshua Tree, California (Town) in California and Las Vegas in Nevada.

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 (Town) and Las Vegas. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.