Reno to Sylmar: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Reno from Sylmar?

The distance from Reno to Sylmar is 368.5 miles (593.1 km) as the crow flies. Sylmar is located SSE of Reno. By car, the driving distance is approximately 442.2 miles, taking about 8h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 14min. Both are located in United States — Reno in Nevada and Sylmar in California.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Reno and Sylmar. 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.