Maricopa to San Diego: Road Trip Guide & Distance

297.6 miles 478.9 km · straight line
339.8 miles actual route 546.9 km · driving distance
6h 2min estimated drive time
$33 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 6min flight time
267° W bearing direction

How far is Maricopa from San Diego?

The distance from Maricopa to San Diego is 297.6 miles (478.9 km) as the crow flies. San Diego is located W of Maricopa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 339.8 miles, taking about 6h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — Maricopa 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 Maricopa 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 Maricopa to San Diego

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 2min $33 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 6min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 14min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~5h 44min $41–$119* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Maricopa & San Diego

Quick Facts

Maricopa
33.06°N, 112.05°W
America/Phoenix
358m 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 99 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 25 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 83.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM