Palmdale to San Diego: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Palmdale from San Diego?

The distance from Palmdale to San Diego is 140 miles (225.3 km) as the crow flies. San Diego is located SSE of Palmdale. By car, the driving distance is approximately 170 miles, taking about 3h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. 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 Palmdale 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.