How far is Burney, CA from San Diego, CA?
The driving distance from Burney, CA to San Diego, CA is about 718.1 miles (1155.6 km), with a travel time of about 11h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 616.4 miles (992 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 23h 51m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM PDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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.
Census-designated place in Fresno County, California
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Showers And Thunderstorms then Light Rain
Mostly Sunny
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Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Showers And Thunderstorms then Light Rain leaving Burney and Mostly Sunny near San Diego.
Trip Questions
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How long does it take to drive from Burney to San Diego?
The road trip is about 718.1 miles (1155.6 km) and usually takes 11h 55m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Minkler is a useful midpoint, sitting about 308.2 miles from Burney and 409.9 miles from San Diego.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 616.4 miles (992 km), while the road route adds roughly 101.7 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 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM PDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $146.19 one way or $292.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 225.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms then Light Rain around Burney and Mostly Sunny near San Diego.
Stop Ideas Near Minkler
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Fresno station
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Hanford station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Burney and San Diego. Straight-line distance: 616.42 mi (992.04 km).
#1 Burney
Census-designated place in Shasta County, California
| Population | 3,154 |
| Coordinates | 40.8823800, -121.6608200 |
| Altitude | 952 |
| Country | United States |
#2 San Diego
The eighth most populous city in the United States and the center of the San Diego metropolitan area.
| Population | 1,422,420 |
| Coordinates | 32.7157100, -117.1647200 |
| Altitude | 20 |
| Country | United States |
End: Front Street (-117.164717, 32.71571)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 1156 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 23h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 17h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 14h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 11h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 10h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 08h 57m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.77 | $146.19 | $292.37 |
| Mid-grade | $6.07 | $153.71 | $307.42 |
| Premium | $6.24 | $158.20 | $316.40 |
| Diesel | $7.57 | $191.75 | $383.50 |
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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