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Distance from Joshua Tree to Barstow

Driving Distance
99.3 mi 159.8 km
Flying Distance
66.1 mi 106.3 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Joshua Tree, California to Barstow, California is 99.3 mi (159.8 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 66.1 mi (106.3 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 8 min

The estimated travel time by road is 1 hour 44 minutes

Traveling highway, substantial in a northwest direction. Average speeds around 56 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Joshua Tree
Place Joshua Tree
State/Province California
Country US
Latitude 34.134728
Longitude -116.313066
GPS 34.134728° N, 116.313066° W
Local Time 5:19 AM
Timezone America/Los_Angeles

Destination:

Barstow
Place Barstow
State/Province California
Country US
Latitude 34.895796
Longitude -117.017283
GPS 34.895796° N, 117.017283° W
Local Time 5:19 AM
Timezone America/Los_Angeles

Journey Summary

Traveling from Joshua Tree, California to Barstow, California covers 99.3 mi (159.8 km) in a northwest direction. This highway, substantial route typically takes 1 hour 44 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 2 route options between these locations (84.0-99.3 miles / 135-160 km). The primary route shown here saves 17 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 56 mph (90 km/h).

Available Routes

Old Woman Springs Rd
99.3 mi 1 hour 44 minutes
Shortest
CA-247 N
84 mi 1 hour 28 minutes
Fastest

How is the distance calculated?

Driving distances are based on actual road data. We use advanced routing algorithms that consider traffic, tolls, highways, and local streets. For air distances (as the crow flies), we use the Vincenty formula. It's a precise method that accounts for the Earth's shape and provides accuracy up to 0.5 mm.

When multiple route options exist, we display both the shortest and fastest paths. Travel times are estimated based on typical speeds for each road type, though actual times may vary with traffic and weather conditions. All distances are shown in both miles and kilometers for convenience.