Northridge to Ridgecrest: Road Trip Guide & Distance

108.1 miles 174 km · straight line
135.1 miles estimated 217.5 km · driving distance
2h 43min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
27° NNE bearing direction

How far is Northridge from Ridgecrest?

The distance from Northridge to Ridgecrest is 108.1 miles (174 km) as the crow flies. Ridgecrest is located NNE of Northridge. By car, the driving distance is approximately 135.1 miles, taking about 2h 43min. 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. 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 Northridge and Ridgecrest. 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 Northridge to Ridgecrest

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 43min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 16min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 35min $16–$47* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Northridge & Ridgecrest

Quick Facts

Northridge
34.23°N, 118.54°W
America/Los_Angeles
246m elevation
Ridgecrest
35.62°N, 117.67°W
America/Los_Angeles
698m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 36 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 230.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients