Poway to Simi Valley: Road Trip Guide & Distance

135 miles 217.3 km · straight line
168.8 miles estimated 271.6 km · driving distance
3h 24min estimated drive time
$16 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
312° NW bearing direction

How far is Poway from Simi Valley?

The distance from Poway to Simi Valley is 135 miles (217.3 km) as the crow flies. Simi Valley is located NW of Poway. By car, the driving distance is approximately 168.8 miles, taking about 3h 24min. 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. 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 Simi Valley. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Poway to Simi Valley

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 24min $16 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 5min $14–$25* Budget
Train ~3h 14min $20–$59* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Poway & Simi Valley

Quick Facts

Poway
32.96°N, 117.04°W
America/Los_Angeles
157m elevation
Simi Valley
34.27°N, 118.78°W
America/Los_Angeles
234m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 45 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 184.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients