Barstow to San Diego: Road Trip Guide & Distance

151.1 miles 243.1 km · straight line
176 miles actual route 283.3 km · driving distance
3h 17min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
183° S bearing direction

How far is Barstow from San Diego?

The distance from Barstow to San Diego is 151.1 miles (243.1 km) as the crow flies. San Diego is located S of Barstow. By car, the driving distance is approximately 176 miles, taking about 3h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Barstow 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 Barstow to San Diego

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 17min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 56min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 7min $21–$62* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Barstow & San Diego

Quick Facts

Barstow
34.90°N, 117.02°W
America/Los_Angeles
663m 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 50 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 164.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM