Lake Havasu City to San Diego: Road Trip Guide & Distance

204 miles 328.3 km · straight line
312.4 miles actual route 502.7 km · driving distance
6h 0min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
234° SW bearing direction

How far is Lake Havasu City from San Diego?

The distance from Lake Havasu City to San Diego is 204 miles (328.3 km) as the crow flies. San Diego is located SW of Lake Havasu City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 312.4 miles, taking about 6h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Lake Havasu City 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 Lake Havasu City 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 Lake Havasu City to San Diego

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 0min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 12min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~5h 42min $37–$109* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lake Havasu City & San Diego

Quick Facts

Lake Havasu City
34.48°N, 114.32°W
America/Phoenix
225m 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 68 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 122.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM