Death Valley to San Diego: Road Trip Guide & Distance

264 miles 424.9 km · straight line
329.8 miles actual route 530.7 km · driving distance
6h 43min estimated drive time
$32 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
183° S bearing direction

How far is Death Valley from San Diego?

The distance from Death Valley to San Diego is 264 miles (424.9 km) as the crow flies. San Diego is located S of Death Valley. By car, the driving distance is approximately 329.8 miles, taking about 6h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. 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 Death Valley 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 Death Valley to San Diego

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 43min $32 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 4min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~6h 23min $40–$115* Comfort

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

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

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Quick Facts

Death Valley
36.53°N, 116.93°W
America/Los_Angeles
-86m 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 88 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 94.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM