San Diego to Simi Valley: Road Trip Guide & Distance

142.3 miles 229 km · straight line
162.4 miles actual route 261.4 km · driving distance
3h 16min estimated drive time
$16 - $19 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
319° NW bearing direction

How far is San Diego from Simi Valley?

The distance from San Diego to Simi Valley is 142.3 miles (229 km) as the crow flies. Simi Valley is located NW of San Diego. By car, the driving distance is approximately 162.4 miles, taking about 3h 16min. 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. 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 San Diego and Simi Valley. 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 San Diego to Simi Valley

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 16min $16 - $19 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 55min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~3h 6min $19–$57* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between San Diego & Simi Valley

Quick Facts

San Diego
32.72°N, 117.16°W
America/Los_Angeles
20m 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 47 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 175 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM