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

230.1 miles 370.3 km · straight line
287.6 miles estimated 462.9 km · driving distance
5h 47min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
97° E bearing direction

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

The distance from Joshua Tree, California (Town) to Sun City West is 230.1 miles (370.3 km) as the crow flies. Sun City West is located E of Joshua Tree, California (Town). By car, the driving distance is approximately 287.6 miles, taking about 5h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Joshua Tree, California (Town) 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 (Town) 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.

How to Get from Joshua Tree, California (Town) to Sun City West

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 47min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 56min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 30min $35–$101* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Joshua Tree, California (Town) & Sun City West

Quick Facts

Joshua Tree, California (Town)
34.13°N, 116.31°W
America/Los_Angeles
817m elevation
Sun City West
33.66°N, 112.34°W
America/Phoenix
376m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 77 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 108.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients