Brentwood, California to Sylmar: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Brentwood, California from Sylmar?

The distance from Brentwood, California to Sylmar is 309 miles (497.3 km) as the crow flies. Sylmar is located SE of Brentwood, California. By car, the driving distance is approximately 386.2 miles, taking about 7h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Both are located in United States.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Brentwood, California and Sylmar. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.