How far is Boulevard, CA from Vista, CA?

The driving distance from Boulevard, CA to Vista, CA is about 93.3 miles (150.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 27m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 67.3 miles (108.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 55m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
93.35 mi
01h 27m
Flight
67.31 mi
108.32 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
67.31 mi
Kilometers
108.32 km
Flight Time
00h 08m

Driving Distance

Road route
93.35 mi
Kilometers
150.24 km
Drive Time
01h 27m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 27m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Vista
Sat, Apr 11, 7:44 AM PDT
Return by in Boulevard
Sat, Apr 11, 9:12 AM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Boulevard
2026-04-11T06:16
Arrive Vista
Sat, Apr 11, 7:44 AM PDT
Route Timing
01h 27m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:28 AM to 11:28 AM PDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:34 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Boulevard
9:30 PM PDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Harbison Canyon
CA

Census-designated place in San Diego County, California

From Boulevard
41.6 mi
00h 43m
To Vista
51.8 mi
00h 43m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
47°F
Saturday Night

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Sat, Apr 11 11:00 AM PDT
Wind
20 mph SW
Destination
69°F
Saturday

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 11 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph W

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Boulevard and Vista.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Boulevard and Vista.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    1 mi · 2 min

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Ribbonwood Road

    1 km · 57 sec · Ribbonwood Road

  3. 3

    Take the ramp left toward I 8 West: San Diego

    1736 ft · 42 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left onto Kumeyaay Highway

    41.1 mi · 44 min · Kumeyaay Highway

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right toward Lake Jennings Park Road

    1450 ft · 39 sec

  6. 6

    Turn right onto Lake Jennings Park Road

    2.3 mi · 4 min · Lake Jennings Park Road

  7. 7

    Continue on Mapleview Street

    1.1 km · 1 min · Mapleview Street

  8. 8

    Turn right onto Main Street

    9.2 mi · 13 min · Main Street

  9. 9

    Turn left onto Poway Road

    2.6 mi · 4 min · Poway Road

  10. 10

    Turn right onto Espola Road

    1.3 km · 1 min · Espola Road

  11. 11

    Turn left onto Twin Peaks Road

    2.6 mi · 5 min · Twin Peaks Road

  12. 12

    Continue on Camino del Norte

    1.6 mi · 2 min · Camino del Norte

  13. 13

    Take the ramp right toward I 15 North

    1131 ft · 30 sec

  14. 14

    Merge slight left onto Escondido Freeway

    5.4 mi · 6 min · Escondido Freeway

  15. 15

    Keep slight left to continue on Escondido Freeway

    3.7 mi · 4 min · Escondido Freeway

  16. 16

    Take the exit slight right toward CA 78: Oceanside, Ramona

    562 ft · 14 sec

  17. 17

    Keep slight left to continue on CA 78 West: Oceanside

    1.1 km · 2 min

  18. 18

    Continue on Ronald Packard Parkway

    8.9 mi · 10 min · Ronald Packard Parkway

  19. 19

    Take the exit slight right toward Civic Center Drive

    1100 ft · 31 sec

  20. 20

    Turn right onto Civic Center Drive

    1027 ft · 33 sec · Civic Center Drive

  21. 21

    Turn left onto Pala Vista Drive

    1244 ft · 39 sec · Pala Vista Drive

  22. 22

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward South Santa Fe Avenue

    57 m · 3 sec · South Santa Fe Avenue

  23. 23

    Exit the roundabout onto South Santa Fe Avenue

    1486 ft · 25 sec · South Santa Fe Avenue

  24. 24

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward South Santa Fe Avenue

    30 m · 2 sec · South Santa Fe Avenue

  25. 25

    Exit the roundabout onto South Santa Fe Avenue

    809 ft · 14 sec · South Santa Fe Avenue

  26. 26

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward South Santa Fe Avenue

    31 m · 2 sec · South Santa Fe Avenue

  27. 27

    Exit the roundabout onto South Santa Fe Avenue

    100 m · 5 sec · South Santa Fe Avenue

  28. 28

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · South Santa Fe Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Boulevard and Vista.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
28 steps
14 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
13
2 merges, 11 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
30 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Kumeyaay Highway
41.1 mi · 44%
Main Street
9.18 mi · 10%
Escondido Freeway
9.05 mi · 10%
Ronald Packard Parkway
8.91 mi · 10%
Poway Road
2.63 mi · 3%
Lake Jennings Park Road
2.59 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

Kumeyaay Highway

Merge slight left onto Kumeyaay Highway

41.1 mi · 00h 44m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
01h 27m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 56m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+26 mi
67.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Harbison Canyon
00h 43m from Boulevard
Leave By
3:34 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Rain Showers leaving Boulevard and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Vista.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Boulevard to Vista?

The road trip is about 93.3 miles (150.2 km) and usually takes 01h 27m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Harbison Canyon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41.6 miles from Boulevard and 51.8 miles from Vista.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 67.3 miles (108.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 26 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:34 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.98 one way or $37.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Boulevard and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Vista.

Stop Ideas Near Harbison Canyon

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Harbison Canyon and the surrounding midpoint area.
Singing Hills Golf Resort at Sycuan
Food stop 5.1 mi away

Singing Hills Golf Resort at Sycuan

El Cajon , CA
3007 Dehesa Rd, El Cajon, CA 92019, United States
Rating 4.5/5 1,568 reviews Golf course,Bar,Event venue,Hotel,Public golf course,Resort hotel,Restaurant
Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego
Stay option 7.2 mi away

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

El Cajon , CA
550 Montrose Ct, El Cajon, CA 92020, United States
Rating 3.5/5 1,960 reviews Motel,Hotel
Vacationer RV Resort
Scenic stop 5.1 mi away

Vacationer RV Resort

El Cajon , CA
1581 E Main St, El Cajon, CA 92021, United States
Rating 3.8/5 211 reviews RV park,Campground,RV storage facility
City Of El Cajon City Hall
Meeting point 7.2 mi away

City Of El Cajon City Hall

El Cajon , CA
200 Civic Center Way, El Cajon, CA 92020, United States
Rating 3.3/5 9 reviews City or town hall,City government office

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Harbison Canyon.

RAIL

Santa Fe Depot

34 mi away
1050 Kettner Blvd
RAIL

Old Town Transit Center

35 mi away
4005 Taylor Street
RAIL

Sorrento Valley station

38 mi away
11170 Sorrento Valley Road
RAIL

Solana Beach

45 mi away
105 North Cedros Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Boulevard and Vista. Straight-line distance: 67.31 mi (108.32 km).

Photo coming soon

#1 Boulevard

Boulevard is a place in California, United States.

Population0
Coordinates32.6636700, -116.2736300
Altitude1022
CountryUnited States
Vista

#2 Vista

The most populous city in San Diego County, California.

Population100,636
Coordinates33.2000400, -117.2425400
Altitude100
CountryUnited States
Start: Old Highway 80 (-116.273633, 32.663665)
End: South Santa Fe Avenue (-117.24233, 33.200173)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 150 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 06m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 20m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 52m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 33m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 20m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 09m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.29 gal
12.47 L · about $18.98
Round trip
$37.96
6.58 gal · 24.94 L
Estimated CO2
29.2 kg one way
Round trip: 58.5 kg / 129 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.77 $18.98 $37.96
Mid-grade $6.07 $19.96 $39.91
Premium $6.24 $20.54 $41.08
Diesel $7.57 $24.90 $49.79

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in California · Apr 11, 2026

There is no time difference between Boulevard and Vista. The current time is 06:16:38.

Distance to Other Cities

Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.