Poway to San Diego: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Poway from San Diego?

The distance from Poway to San Diego is 18.6 miles (29.9 km) as the crow flies. San Diego is located SSW of Poway. By car, the driving distance is approximately 22.7 miles, taking about 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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. 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 Poway 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.