Phoenix to Ridgecrest: Road Trip Guide & Distance

352.1 miles 566.7 km · straight line
437.4 miles actual route 704 km · driving distance
8h 4min estimated drive time
$42 - $52 estimated fuel cost
~1h 13min flight time
297° WNW bearing direction

How far is Phoenix from Ridgecrest?

The distance from Phoenix to Ridgecrest is 352.1 miles (566.7 km) as the crow flies. Ridgecrest is located WNW of Phoenix. By car, the driving distance is approximately 437.4 miles, taking about 8h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 13min. Both are located in United States — Phoenix in Arizona and Ridgecrest in California.

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 Phoenix 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.

How to Get from Phoenix to Ridgecrest

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 4min $42 - $52 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 13min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 41min $35–$66* Budget
Train ~7h 40min $52–$153* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Phoenix & Ridgecrest

Quick Facts

Phoenix
33.45°N, 112.07°W
America/Phoenix
331m 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 117 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 29 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 70.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM