San Diego to Yuma: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is San Diego from Yuma?

The distance from San Diego to Yuma is 147.5 miles (237.3 km) as the crow flies. Yuma is located E of San Diego. By car, the driving distance is approximately 169.8 miles, taking about 3h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — San Diego in California and Yuma in Arizona.

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 San Diego and Yuma. 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.