Ridgecrest to Truckee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ridgecrest from Truckee?

The distance from Ridgecrest to Truckee is 290.7 miles (467.8 km) as the crow flies. Truckee is located NNW of Ridgecrest. By car, the driving distance is approximately 363.4 miles, taking about 7h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States.

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 Ridgecrest and Truckee. 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.