Buckeye to San Diego: Road Trip Guide & Distance

268.9 miles 432.8 km · straight line
320.1 miles actual route 515.2 km · driving distance
5h 52min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
262° W bearing direction

How far is Buckeye from San Diego?

The distance from Buckeye to San Diego is 268.9 miles (432.8 km) as the crow flies. San Diego is located W of Buckeye. By car, the driving distance is approximately 320.1 miles, taking about 5h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Buckeye in Arizona and San Diego in California.

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. 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.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 52min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 2min $26–$48* Budget
Train ~5h 34min $38–$112* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Buckeye & San Diego

Quick Facts

Buckeye
33.37°N, 112.58°W
America/Phoenix
265m 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 90 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 92.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM