Furnace Creek to San Diego: Road Trip Guide & Distance

259.1 miles 417 km · straight line
337.9 miles actual route 543.8 km · driving distance
6h 55min estimated drive time
$33 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
184° S bearing direction

How far is Furnace Creek from San Diego?

The distance from Furnace Creek to San Diego is 259.1 miles (417 km) as the crow flies. San Diego is located S of Furnace Creek. By car, the driving distance is approximately 337.9 miles, taking about 6h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Furnace Creek 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 Furnace Creek to San Diego

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 55min $33 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 18min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~6h 34min $41–$118* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Furnace Creek & San Diego

Quick Facts

Furnace Creek
36.46°N, 116.87°W
America/Los_Angeles
-59m 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 86 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 96.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM