Delano to San Diego: Road Trip Guide & Distance

242.3 miles 389.9 km · straight line
262.7 miles actual route 422.8 km · driving distance
5h 6min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
150° SSE bearing direction

How far is Delano from San Diego?

The distance from Delano to San Diego is 242.3 miles (389.9 km) as the crow flies. San Diego is located SSE of Delano. By car, the driving distance is approximately 262.7 miles, taking about 5h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. 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.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 6min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 7min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~4h 51min $32–$92* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Delano & San Diego

Quick Facts

Delano
35.77°N, 119.25°W
America/Los_Angeles
96m 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 81 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 102.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM