Las Vegas to San Diego: Road Trip Guide & Distance

265 miles 426.4 km · straight line
331.7 miles actual route 533.9 km · driving distance
6h 7min estimated drive time
$32 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
206° SSW bearing direction

How far is Las Vegas from San Diego?

The distance from Las Vegas to San Diego is 265 miles (426.4 km) as the crow flies. San Diego is located SSW of Las Vegas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 331.7 miles, taking about 6h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Las Vegas in Nevada 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 Las Vegas 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 Las Vegas to San Diego

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 7min $32 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 20min $27–$50* Budget
Train ~5h 49min $40–$116* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Las Vegas & San Diego

Quick Facts

Las Vegas
36.17°N, 115.14°W
America/Los_Angeles
610m 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 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM