Las Vegas to Poway: Road Trip Guide & Distance

246.4 miles 396.6 km · straight line
314.3 miles actual route 505.8 km · driving distance
5h 49min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
207° SSW bearing direction

How far is Las Vegas from Poway?

The distance from Las Vegas to Poway is 246.4 miles (396.6 km) as the crow flies. Poway is located SSW of Las Vegas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 314.3 miles, taking about 5h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Las Vegas in Nevada and Poway 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 Las Vegas and Poway. 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 Las Vegas to Poway

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 49min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 59min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~5h 32min $38–$110* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Las Vegas & Poway

Quick Facts

Las Vegas
36.17°N, 115.14°W
America/Los_Angeles
610m elevation
Poway
32.96°N, 117.04°W
America/Los_Angeles
157m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 82 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 101 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM