Covina to San Diego: Road Trip Guide & Distance

103.8 miles 167.1 km · straight line
123.4 miles actual route 198.6 km · driving distance
2h 23min estimated drive time
$12 - $15 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
156° SSE bearing direction

How far is Covina from San Diego?

The distance from Covina to San Diego is 103.8 miles (167.1 km) as the crow flies. San Diego is located SSE of Covina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 123.4 miles, taking about 2h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Covina 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 Covina to San Diego

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 23min $12 - $15 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 52min $10–$19* Budget
Train ~2h 16min $15–$43* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Covina & San Diego

Quick Facts

Covina
34.09°N, 117.89°W
America/Los_Angeles
170m 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 35 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 239.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM