Ridgecrest to Zion, Utah: Road Trip Guide & Distance

282.8 miles 455.2 km · straight line
353.6 miles estimated 569 km · driving distance
7h 7min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
64° ENE bearing direction

How far is Ridgecrest from Zion, Utah?

The distance from Ridgecrest to Zion, Utah is 282.8 miles (455.2 km) as the crow flies. Zion, Utah is located ENE of Ridgecrest. By car, the driving distance is approximately 353.6 miles, taking about 7h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Ridgecrest in California and Zion, Utah in Utah.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ridgecrest and Zion, Utah. 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 Ridgecrest to Zion, Utah

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 7min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 32min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 46min $42–$124* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ridgecrest & Zion, Utah

Quick Facts

Ridgecrest
35.62°N, 117.67°W
America/Los_Angeles
698m elevation
Zion, Utah
37.30°N, 113.03°W
America/Denver
1219m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 94 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 88 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients