Distance from Joshua Tree, California to Carlsbad, California
The driving distance from Joshua Tree, California to Carlsbad, California is 174.8 mi (281.4 km)
The straight-line (air) distance is approximately 55.5 mi (89.4 km)
Estimated travel time by road is 2 hours 50 minutes
We found 2 routes between Joshua Tree and Carlsbad.
Available Routes
Route Directions
Get on I-10 W in Riverside County
Continue on I-10 W. Take CA-60 W/Moreno Valley Fwy, CA-57 S and I-5 S to Carlsbad Village Dr in Carlsbad. Take exit 50 from I-5 S
Continue on Carlsbad Village Dr. Drive to Pio Pico Dr
Route Directions
Get on I-10 W in Riverside County
Continue on I-10 W. Take CA-60 W/Moreno Valley Fwy, I-215 S and I-15 S to CA-76 W in San Diego County. Take exit 46 from I-15 S
Get on I-5 S in Oceanside
Follow I-5 S to Carlsbad Village Dr in Carlsbad. Take exit 50 from I-5 S
Continue on Carlsbad Village Dr. Drive to Pio Pico Dr
Journey Details
Traveling from Joshua Tree, California to Carlsbad, California covers 135.3 miles (218 km) in a southwest direction. This highway, substantial route typically takes 2 hours 22 minutes under normal conditions.
Drivers have 2 route options between these locations (135-175 miles / 218-281 km). The primary route shown here saves 29 minutes compared to alternatives.
The route features scenic views. During night weekday travel, expect minimal traffic congestion with average speeds around 57 mph (92 km/h) .
Journey Waypoints
Joshua Tree
Starting Point
Carlsbad
Destination
