Moab to San Diego: Road Trip Guide & Distance

588.2 miles 946.6 km · straight line
787.1 miles actual route 1266.7 km · driving distance
13h 45min estimated drive time
$76 - $93 estimated fuel cost
~1h 41min flight time
229° SW bearing direction

How far is Moab from San Diego?

The distance from Moab to San Diego is 588.2 miles (946.6 km) as the crow flies. San Diego is located SW of Moab. By car, the driving distance is approximately 787.1 miles, taking about 13h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 41min. Both are located in United States — Moab in Utah and San Diego in California.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Moab 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 Moab to San Diego

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 45min $76 - $93 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 41min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 30min $63–$118* Budget
Train ~17h 53min $94–$275* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Moab & San Diego

Quick Facts

Moab
38.57°N, 109.55°W
America/Denver
1227m 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 196 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 49 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 42.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM