Joshua Tree, California (Town) to Long Beach, California: Road Trip Guide & Distance

110.7 miles 178.1 km · straight line
134.8 miles actual route 217 km · driving distance
2h 49min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
257° WSW bearing direction

How far is Joshua Tree, California (Town) from Long Beach, California?

The distance from Joshua Tree, California (Town) to Long Beach, California is 110.7 miles (178.1 km) as the crow flies. Long Beach, California is located WSW of Joshua Tree, California (Town). By car, the driving distance is approximately 134.8 miles, taking about 2h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States.

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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Long Beach, California. 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.

How to Get from Joshua Tree, California (Town) to Long Beach, California

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 49min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 23min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 41min $16–$47* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Joshua Tree, California (Town) & Long Beach, California

Quick Facts

Joshua Tree, California (Town)
34.13°N, 116.31°W
America/Los_Angeles
817m elevation
Long Beach, California
33.77°N, 118.19°W
America/Los_Angeles
9m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 37 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 225 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM