Palmdale to Reno: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Palmdale from Reno?

The distance from Palmdale to Reno is 354.6 miles (570.6 km) as the crow flies. Reno is located NNW of Palmdale. By car, the driving distance is approximately 425.5 miles, taking about 8h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 13min. Both are located in United States — Palmdale in California and Reno in Nevada.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Palmdale and Reno. 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.