Albuquerque to San Diego: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Albuquerque from San Diego?
The distance from Albuquerque to San Diego is 624.2 miles (1004.6 km) as the crow flies. San Diego is located WSW of Albuquerque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 809.8 miles, taking about 14h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 45min. Both are located in United States — Albuquerque in New Mexico 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 Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque to San Diego
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 208 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 52 hours
- You could travel this distance about 39.9 times to circle the Earth's equator