Long Beach, California to Ridgecrest: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Long Beach, California from Ridgecrest?

The distance from Long Beach, California to Ridgecrest is 131.4 miles (211.4 km) as the crow flies. Ridgecrest is located NNE of Long Beach, California. By car, the driving distance is approximately 175.5 miles, taking about 3h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. 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. 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 Long Beach, California and Ridgecrest. 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.