How far is Brawley, CA from Imperial, CA?
The driving distance from Brawley, CA to Imperial, CA is about 10.6 miles (17.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 9.3 miles (15 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 31m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT.
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City in Imperial County, California, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Brawley and Imperial.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brawley and Imperial.
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Start on Main Street
1.1 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto South 1st Street
1999 ft · 28 sec · South 1st Street
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Continue on South Brawley Avenue
1.5 km · 1 min · South Brawley Avenue
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Turn left
99 m · 18 sec
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Turn right
609 ft · 46 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right
144 m · 24 sec
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Turn left
8.4 mi · 10 min
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Turn right onto East Barioni Boulevard
31 m · 3 sec · East Barioni Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Barioni Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Brawley and Imperial.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Longest stretch
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8.38 mi · 00h 10m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Brawley and Sunny near Imperial.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Brawley to Imperial?
The road trip is about 10.6 miles (17.1 km) and usually takes 00h 15m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Westmorland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.3 miles from Brawley and 5.3 miles from Imperial.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 9.3 miles (15 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.3 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:58 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.19 one way or $4.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Brawley and Sunny near Imperial.
Stop Ideas Near Westmorland
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Hampton Inn El Centro
Desert Trails RV Park
City of Imperial
Community Center
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Brawley and Imperial. Straight-line distance: 9.34 mi (15.03 km).
#1 Brawley
City in Imperial County, California, United States
| Population | 26,015 |
| Coordinates | 32.9786600, -115.5302700 |
| Altitude | -34 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Imperial
City in Imperial County, California, United States
| Population | 19,663 |
| Coordinates | 32.8475500, -115.5694400 |
| Altitude | -18 |
| Country | United States |
End: Imperial (-115.56944, 32.84755)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 17 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 07m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.77 | $2.19 | $4.38 |
| Mid-grade | $6.07 | $2.31 | $4.61 |
| Premium | $6.24 | $2.37 | $4.74 |
| Diesel | $7.57 | $2.88 | $5.75 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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