Palmdale to Yosemite: Road Trip Guide & Distance

240.5 miles 387 km · straight line
300.6 miles estimated 483.8 km · driving distance
6h 3min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
341° NNW bearing direction

How far is Palmdale from Yosemite?

The distance from Palmdale to Yosemite is 240.5 miles (387 km) as the crow flies. Yosemite is located NNW of Palmdale. By car, the driving distance is approximately 300.6 miles, taking about 6h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. 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. 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 Yosemite. 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 Palmdale to Yosemite

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 3min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 16min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 45min $36–$105* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Palmdale & Yosemite

Quick Facts

Palmdale
34.58°N, 118.12°W
America/Los_Angeles
810m elevation
Yosemite
37.87°N, 119.54°W
America/Los_Angeles
1209m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 80 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 103.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients