Joshua Tree, California (Town) to Zion, Utah: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Joshua Tree, California (Town) from Zion, Utah?
The distance from Joshua Tree, California (Town) to Zion, Utah is 285.9 miles (460.1 km) as the crow flies. Zion, Utah is located NE of Joshua Tree, California (Town). By car, the driving distance is approximately 357.4 miles, taking about 7h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Joshua Tree, California (Town) 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 (Town) 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 (Town) to Zion, Utah
Suggested Stops Between Joshua Tree, California (Town) & Zion, Utah
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 95 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
- You could travel this distance about 87.1 times to circle the Earth's equator