How far is Fillmore, CA from Chula Vista, CA?
Fastest route
The distance from Fillmore, California, to Chula Vista, California, is approximately 186 miles (300 kilometers). The fastest route takes about 4 hours and 45 minutes via I-5 S, considering the traffic conditions.
Directions
-
Take CA-126 E: Start your journey by heading south on A St toward Old Telegraph Rd. Turn left onto Ventura St and continue onto CA-126 E/E Telegraph Rd.
-
Merge onto I-5 S: Use the right two lanes to merge onto I-5 S via the ramp to Los Angeles. Please be aware that parts of this road may be closed at certain times or days.
-
Take I-805 S: Continue on I-5 S, and then take I-805 S. Keep right at the fork and follow the signs for Los Feliz Blvd. Merge onto Los Feliz Blvd and turn left onto Riverside Dr. Pass by Caliber Collision on the right.
-
Merge onto CA-110 S: Turn right onto Golden State Fwy Rmp/Stadium Way. Then, take the exit toward I-5 S and keep right at the fork to stay on US-101 S. Use the right lane to take the CA-60 E exit toward Pomona. Be aware of possible road closures.
-
Take exit 4 for Atlantic Blvd: Use exit 4 for Atlantic Blvd and then the right two lanes to turn right onto S Atlantic Blvd. Pass by Bank of America Financial Center on the right.
-
Merge onto I-5 S: Slight left onto Telegraph Rd, then slight right toward E Slauson Ave. Turn right onto E Slauson Ave and merge onto I-5 S toward Santa Ana. Be cautious of any road closures.
-
Take CA-54 W and N 4th Ave: Keep left to continue on I-805 S, and take exit 9 to merge onto CA-54 W. Take exit 1D for Highland Ave toward 4th Ave. Turn left onto Highland Ave and continue onto N 4th Ave. Your destination in Chula Vista will be ahead.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Consider checking real-time traffic updates before starting your journey to avoid unexpected delays.
- 🛣️ Take advantage of rest stops along the way to stretch and refresh during the long drive.
- ⛽ Ensure your vehicle has enough fuel to complete the journey comfortably, especially for longer stretches without gas stations.
- 🚧 Stay informed about any road closures or construction activities that may impact your route.
- 🍴 Plan for meal breaks by researching restaurants or picnic spots along the way.
- 🚙 Share the driving responsibilities if possible to prevent fatigue during the trip.
- 📱 Keep your phone charged and have a car charger handy to stay connected and use GPS apps when needed.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 01m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
A city in Orange County, California.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fillmore and Chula Vista.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fillmore and Chula Vista.
-
1
Start on A Street
1086 ft · 38 sec · A Street
-
2
Turn left onto Ventura Street
1.3 km · 2 min · Ventura Street
-
3
Continue on West Telegraph Road
12.7 mi · 16 min · West Telegraph Road
-
4
Continue on Henry Mayo Drive
4.3 mi · 5 min · Henry Mayo Drive
-
5
Turn straight onto Korean War Veterans' Memorial Highway
1.2 mi · 1 min · Korean War Veterans' Memorial Highway
-
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 5 South: Los Angeles
815 ft · 20 sec
-
7
Continue on Golden State Freeway
2839 ft · 1 min · Golden State Freeway
-
8
Merge slight left onto Golden State Freeway
8.7 mi · 10 min · Golden State Freeway
-
9
Keep slight left to continue on Golden State Freeway
4.1 mi · 5 min · Golden State Freeway
-
10
Keep slight right to continue on I 405 South
1354 ft · 18 sec
-
11
Keep slight left
24.7 mi · 29 min
-
12
Keep slight left to continue on Golden State Freeway
1.3 mi · 2 min · Golden State Freeway
-
13
Merge slight left onto Santa Ana Freeway
25.7 mi · 30 min · Santa Ana Freeway
-
14
Keep slight right to continue on Santa Ana Freeway
1241 ft · 16 sec · Santa Ana Freeway
-
15
Take the exit slight right toward Broadway, Main Street, Santa Ana
1.3 km · 57 sec
-
16
Keep slight left
788 ft · 10 sec
-
17
Keep slight left to continue on I 5 South
981 ft · 13 sec
-
18
Merge slight left onto Santa Ana Freeway
1.3 km · 54 sec · Santa Ana Freeway
-
19
Keep slight right to continue on Santa Ana Freeway
1.2 km · 52 sec · Santa Ana Freeway
-
20
Keep slight right to continue on Santa Ana Freeway
1.2 mi · 1 min · Santa Ana Freeway
-
21
Take the exit slight right toward Newport Avenue
1.2 km · 1 min
-
22
Turn right onto Newport Avenue
1943 ft · 44 sec · Newport Avenue
-
23
Turn left onto Walnut Avenue
2.2 mi · 4 min · Walnut Avenue
-
24
Turn left onto Jamboree Road
2595 ft · 38 sec · Jamboree Road
-
25
Take the exit slight right toward I 5 South
1479 ft · 21 sec
-
26
Merge slight left onto Santa Ana Freeway
5.5 mi · 6 min · Santa Ana Freeway
-
27
Keep slight left to continue on Santa Ana Freeway
1.3 km · 56 sec · Santa Ana Freeway
-
28
Merge slight right onto San Diego Freeway
62.4 mi · 1 hr 13 min · San Diego Freeway
-
29
Take the exit slight left
1.3 km · 55 sec
-
30
Continue on Jacob Dekema Freeway
18.6 mi · 21 min · Jacob Dekema Freeway
-
31
Take the exit slight right toward CA 54 East, CA 54 West
1234 ft · 30 sec
-
32
Keep slight right to continue on CA 54 West
1631 ft · 40 sec
-
33
Merge slight left onto South Bay Freeway
2230 ft · 27 sec · South Bay Freeway
-
34
Take the exit slight right toward Highland Avenue, 4th Avenue
1451 ft · 44 sec
-
35
Turn left onto Highland Avenue
1711 ft · 35 sec · Highland Avenue
-
36
Continue on 4th Avenue
1.5 km · 2 min · 4th Avenue
-
37
Turn right onto F Street
98 m · 34 sec · F Street
-
38
Continue on F Street
83 m · 5 sec · F Street
-
39
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · F Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fillmore and Chula Vista.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
San Diego Freeway
Merge slight right onto San Diego Freeway
62.4 mi · 01h 13m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Fillmore and Partly Sunny near Chula Vista.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fillmore to Chula Vista?
The road trip is about 189.5 miles (305 km) and usually takes 03h 01m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Tustin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 91.8 miles from Fillmore and 97.7 miles from Chula Vista.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 161.1 miles (259.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.4 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 8:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:56 AM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $38.59 one way or $77.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 59.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Fillmore and Partly Sunny near Chula Vista.
Stop Ideas Near Tustin
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa
Newport Beach Municipal Operations
City of Lake Forest
City of Tustin Parks & Recreation
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Tustin.
Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center
Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center
Irvine Transportation Center
Fullerton Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fillmore and Chula Vista. Straight-line distance: 161.03 mi (259.15 km).
#1 Fillmore
City in and county seat of Millard County, Utah, United States
| Population | 15,604 |
| Coordinates | 34.3991600, -118.9181500 |
| Altitude | 139 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Chula Vista
The second most populous city in San Diego County, California.
| Population | 272,979 |
| Coordinates | 32.6400500, -117.0842000 |
| Altitude | 21 |
| Country | United States |
End: F Street (-117.084196, 32.640039)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 305 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 21m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.77 | $38.59 | $77.19 |
| Mid-grade | $6.07 | $40.58 | $81.16 |
| Premium | $6.24 | $41.77 | $83.53 |
| Diesel | $7.57 | $50.62 | $101.25 |
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 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.