Merced to Simi Valley: Road Trip Guide & Distance

230.2 miles 370.5 km · straight line
287.8 miles estimated 463.1 km · driving distance
5h 47min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
155° SSE bearing direction

How far is Merced from Simi Valley?

The distance from Merced to Simi Valley is 230.2 miles (370.5 km) as the crow flies. Simi Valley is located SSE of Merced. By car, the driving distance is approximately 287.8 miles, taking about 5h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. 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 Merced and Simi Valley. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Merced to Simi Valley

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 47min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 56min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 30min $35–$101* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Merced & Simi Valley

Quick Facts

Merced
37.30°N, 120.48°W
America/Los_Angeles
52m elevation
Simi Valley
34.27°N, 118.78°W
America/Los_Angeles
234m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 77 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 108.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients