Mexico City to Redwood: Road Trip Guide & Distance

2098.1 miles 3376.5 km · straight line
2594.2 miles actual route 4175 km · driving distance
49h 50min estimated drive time
MXN 5970 - MXN 7348 estimated fuel cost
~4h 43min flight time
321° NW bearing direction

How far is Mexico City from Redwood?

The distance from Mexico City to Redwood is 2098.1 miles (3376.5 km) as the crow flies. Redwood is located NW of Mexico City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 2594.2 miles, taking about 49h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 4h 43min. Mexico City is in Mexico, while Redwood is in California, United States.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Mexico City and Redwood. 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 Mexico City to Redwood

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 49h 50min MXN 5970 - MXN 7348 Flexible stops
Fly ~4h 43min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~59h 48min $208–$389* Budget
Train ~64h 47min $311–$908* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Mexico City & Redwood

Quick Facts

Mexico City
19.43°N, 99.13°W
America/Mexico_City
2240m elevation
Redwood
41.21°N, 124.00°W
America/Los_Angeles
40m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 699 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 175 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 11.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM