How far is it from Temecula, CA, to Ridgecrest, CA, ?

The distance between Temecula, CA, and Ridgecrest, CA, is 168 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Temecula, CA, to Ridgecrest, CA, ?

The drive from Temecula, CA, to Ridgecrest, CA, takes approximately 3 h 25 min by car.

What is the best route from Temecula, CA, to Ridgecrest, CA, ?

The fastest route from Temecula, CA, to Ridgecrest, CA, covers 168 mi with a driving time of approximately 3 h 25 min.

Which direction is Ridgecrest, CA from Temecula, CA?

Ridgecrest, CA lies roughly to the north of Temecula, CA.

Which roads does the route from Temecula, CA to Ridgecrest, CA follow?

The drive from Temecula, CA to Ridgecrest, CA mainly follows I 215, US 395. The longest single stretch is 84 mi on US 395.

Which towns do you pass between Temecula, CA and Ridgecrest, CA?

Towns on the route from Temecula, CA to Ridgecrest, CA include Moreno Valley, Riverside, Hesperia, Victorville.

Are there charging stations between Temecula, CA and Ridgecrest, CA?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Temecula, CA to Ridgecrest, CA, including 1310 W Baseline Rd (350 kW); 4 Gen Logistics Green City (Rialto, CA) (350 kW); BOA Redlands Main CA6-130 (Redlands, CA) (350 kW). Charging points on this route: 336.

Temecula, CA Ridgecrest, CA

Distance: 168 miDuration: 3 h 25 min

Driving from Temecula, CA to Ridgecrest, CA takes about 3 h 25 min via US 395. The distance is 168 mi. The straight-line distance is 151 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in March ARB, CA, Grand Terrace, CA, Upland, CA, Victorville, CA, Ridgecrest, CA. Driving directions

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Driving directions24 · 168 mi

1 Depart right onto Santiago Road 1 mi
2 Turn right onto Ynez Road 2 mi
3 Turn left onto Rancho California Road 1 mi
4 Take ramp right 1 mi
5 Merge slightly left onto Escondido Freeway 4 mi
6 Take exit slightly right 1 mi
7 Continue straight onto Escondido Freeway 35 mi
8 Keep slightly right 1 mi
9 Merge slightly left onto Riverside Freeway 6 mi
10 Continue straight onto San Bernardino Freeway 6 mi
11 Continue straight onto Barstow Freeway 9 mi
12 Keep slightly left 1 mi
13 Continue straight onto Barstow and Mojave Freeway 7 mi

14 Continue straight onto CHP Officer Larry L. Wetterling and San Bernardino County Sheriff's Lieutenant Alfred E. Stewart Memorial Highway 6 mi
15 Continue straight onto Barstow and Mojave Freeway 3 mi
16 Take exit right 1 mi
17 Continue straight 1 mi
18 Continue straight onto Blue Star Memorial Highway 67 mi
19 Continue straight onto Red Mountain Road 1 mi
20 Continue straight onto Blue Star Memorial Highway 17 mi
21 Turn slightly right onto South China Lake Boulevard 7 mi
22 Continue straight onto North China Lake Boulevard 1 mi
23 Turn right onto East French Avenue 1 mi
24 Arrive right onto East French Avenue

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The return trip from Ridgecrest, CA to Temecula, CA covers roughly the same distance, 168 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

322 chargers

1310 W Baseline RdCCS, CHAdeMO · 1310 W Baseline Rd, Rialto, CA, 92376350 kW
4 Gen Logistics Green City (Rialto, CA)CCS · 2298 Stonehurst Drive, Rialto, CA, 92377350 kW
BOA Redlands Main CA6-130 (Redlands, CA)CCS · 305 E STATE ST, Redlands, CA, 92373350 kW
Cardenas Market HesperiaCCS · 15555 Main St., Hesperia, CA, 92345350 kW
Chase Bank - 25701 Barton RdCCS · 25701 Barton Rd, Loma Linda, CA, 92354350 kW

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Ridgecrest, CA → Inyokern Airport (IYK)12 mi · 25 min Ridgecrest, CA → Trona Airport (TRH)30 mi · 50 min Ridgecrest, CA → Homewood Canyon, CA37 mi · 1 h 5 min Ridgecrest, CA → California City, CA47 mi · 1 h 15 min Ridgecrest, CA → Kennedy Meadows, CA47 mi · 1 h 15 min Ridgecrest, CA → Mojave Air & Space Port (MHV)61 mi · 1 h 20 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated August 3, 2026.

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How far is it from Temecula, CA, {fromState} to Ridgecrest, CA, {toState}?: The distance between Temecula, CA, {fromState} and Ridgecrest, CA, {toState} is 168 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Temecula, CA, {fromState} to Ridgecrest, CA, {toState}?: The drive from Temecula, CA, {fromState} to Ridgecrest, CA, {toState} takes approximately 3 h 25 min by car.
What is the best route from Temecula, CA, {fromState} to Ridgecrest, CA, {toState}?: The fastest route from Temecula, CA, {fromState} to Ridgecrest, CA, {toState} covers 168 mi with a driving time of approximately 3 h 25 min.
Which direction is Ridgecrest, CA from Temecula, CA?: Ridgecrest, CA lies roughly to the north of Temecula, CA.
Which roads does the route from Temecula, CA to Ridgecrest, CA follow?: The drive from Temecula, CA to Ridgecrest, CA mainly follows I 215, US 395. The longest single stretch is 84 mi on US 395.
Which towns do you pass between Temecula, CA and Ridgecrest, CA?: Towns on the route from Temecula, CA to Ridgecrest, CA include Moreno Valley, Riverside, Hesperia, Victorville.
Are there charging stations between Temecula, CA and Ridgecrest, CA?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Temecula, CA to Ridgecrest, CA, including 1310 W Baseline Rd (350 kW); 4 Gen Logistics Green City (Rialto, CA) (350 kW); BOA Redlands Main CA6-130 (Redlands, CA) (350 kW). Charging points on this route: 336.

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