North Hills to San Diego: Road Trip Guide & Distance

129.9 miles 209 km · straight line
145.6 miles actual route 234.3 km · driving distance
2h 51min estimated drive time
$14 - $17 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
144° SE bearing direction

How far is North Hills from San Diego?

The distance from North Hills to San Diego is 129.9 miles (209 km) as the crow flies. San Diego is located SE of North Hills. By car, the driving distance is approximately 145.6 miles, taking about 2h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for North Hills 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 North Hills to San Diego

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 51min $14 - $17 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 25min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 42min $17–$51* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between North Hills & San Diego

Quick Facts

North Hills
34.24°N, 118.48°W
America/Los_Angeles
257m 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 43 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 191.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM