Pocatello to Ridgecrest: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Pocatello from Ridgecrest?

The distance from Pocatello to Ridgecrest is 573.3 miles (922.7 km) as the crow flies. Ridgecrest is located SSW of Pocatello. By car, the driving distance is approximately 688 miles, taking about 13h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 39min. Both are located in United States — Pocatello in Idaho and Ridgecrest in California.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Pocatello 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.