Kingman to Palm Springs, California: Road Trip Guide & Distance

170.1 miles 273.8 km · straight line
212.7 miles estimated 342.3 km · driving distance
4h 17min estimated drive time
$20 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
237° WSW bearing direction

How far is Kingman from Palm Springs, California?

The distance from Kingman to Palm Springs, California is 170.1 miles (273.8 km) as the crow flies. Palm Springs, California is located WSW of Kingman. By car, the driving distance is approximately 212.7 miles, taking about 4h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Kingman in Arizona and Palm Springs, California in California.

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 Kingman and Palm Springs, California. 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 Kingman to Palm Springs, California

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 17min $20 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 8min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~4h 4min $26–$74* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Kingman & Palm Springs, California

Quick Facts

Kingman
35.19°N, 114.05°W
America/Phoenix
1021m elevation
Palm Springs, California
33.83°N, 116.55°W
America/Los_Angeles
146m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 57 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 146.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients