Akron to San Diego: Road Trip Guide & Distance

2036.6 miles 3277.6 km · straight line
2390.8 miles actual route 3847.7 km · driving distance
42h 28min estimated drive time
$230 - $283 estimated fuel cost
~4h 36min flight time
265° W bearing direction

How far is Akron from San Diego?

The distance from Akron to San Diego is 2036.6 miles (3277.6 km) as the crow flies. San Diego is located W of Akron. By car, the driving distance is approximately 2390.8 miles, taking about 42h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 4h 36min. Both are located in United States — Akron in Ohio and San Diego in California.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Akron and San Diego. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Akron to San Diego

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 42h 28min $230 - $283 Flexible stops
Fly ~4h 36min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~50h 58min $191–$359* Budget
Train ~55h 12min $287–$837* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Akron & San Diego

Quick Facts

Akron
41.08°N, 81.52°W
America/New_York
306m elevation
San Diego
32.72°N, 117.16°W
America/Los_Angeles
20m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 679 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 170 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 12.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM