How far is Inglewood, CA from San Diego, CA?
Fastest route
The route from Inglewood, California to San Diego, California is approximately 125 miles and takes about 1 hour and 44 minutes via I-405 S and I-5 S. The route has tolls.
Directions
To get from Inglewood to San Diego, follow these steps:
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Get on I-405 S: Head west on Manchester Ave toward S La Brea Ave. Pass by 7-Eleven (on the right in 0.5 mi). Turn left onto La Cienega Blvd. Turn left to merge onto I-405 S.
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Continue on I-405 S: Stay on I-405 S.
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Take CA-73 S and I-5 S: Use the right 3 lanes to take the exit toward CA-73 S (this section of the road has tolls). Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 17 for Front St toward Civic Ctr. Keep left at the fork, follow signs for 2nd Ave.
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Drive to Fourth Ave: Turn right onto Fourth Ave.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🛣️ Make sure to check the current traffic conditions before you start your journey to account for any delays or congestion.
- 💰 Keep in mind that this route has tolls, so make sure you have the necessary payment method or alternative route planned.
- 📍 Follow the signs for I-405 S and I-5 S to stay on the correct highways.
- 🚗 Stay alert and follow the road signs for exits and merges to ensure you stay on the correct path.
- ⏱️ Consider using a navigation app or GPS device to help guide you along the way.
- 📞 Have important contact numbers handy, such as roadside assistance or emergency services, in case you encounter any issues during your journey.
- 📝 It's always a good idea to have a printed or digital copy of these directions with you for easy reference during the trip.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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 01h 55m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
The most populous city in Orange County, California.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Inglewood and San Diego.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Inglewood and San Diego.
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Start on East Manchester Boulevard
19 m · 8 sec · East Manchester Boulevard
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Turn left onto South La Brea Avenue
1878 ft · 40 sec · South La Brea Avenue
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Turn right onto South La Brea Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · South La Brea Avenue
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Continue on Hawthorne Boulevard
4.2 mi · 7 min · Hawthorne Boulevard
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Take the ramp right toward I 405 South: Long Beach
723 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left onto San Diego Freeway
18.3 mi · 21 min · San Diego Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on San Diego Freeway
2.3 mi · 3 min · San Diego Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on San Diego Freeway
893 ft · 12 sec · San Diego Freeway
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Keep slight left
10.3 mi · 12 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Corona Del Mar Freeway
4 mi · 5 min · Corona Del Mar Freeway
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Continue on San Joaquin Hills Transportation Corridor
10.3 mi · 12 min · San Joaquin Hills Transportation Corridor
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Take the exit slight right toward La Paz Road, Moulton Parkway
133 m · 6 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on CA 73 South: Moulton Parkway
2519 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on CA 73 South
3218 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left onto San Joaquin Hills Transportation Corridor
2.5 mi · 3 min · San Joaquin Hills Transportation Corridor
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Merge slight left onto San Diego Freeway
67.8 mi · 1 hr 19 min · San Diego Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Front Street, Civic Center, 2nd Avenue
1164 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Front Street, Civic Center
592 ft · 15 sec
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Continue on Front Street
2662 ft · 2 min · Front Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Front Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Inglewood and San Diego.
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 left onto San Diego Freeway
67.8 mi · 01h 19m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny leaving Inglewood and Partly Sunny near San Diego.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Inglewood to San Diego?
The road trip is about 124.5 miles (200.4 km) and usually takes 01h 55m 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?
San Clemente is a useful midpoint, sitting about 61.6 miles from Inglewood and 62.9 miles from San Diego.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 110 miles (177.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.5 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 2:38 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.33 one way or $50.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny around Inglewood and Partly Sunny near San Diego.
Stop Ideas Near San Clemente
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
City of Lake Forest
Laguna Niguel City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to San Clemente.
San Clemente Pier station
San Juan Capistrano
Irvine Transportation Center
Oceanside Transit Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Inglewood and San Diego. Straight-line distance: 110.08 mi (177.15 km).
#1 Inglewood
The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
| Population | 107,203 |
| Coordinates | 33.9616800, -118.3531300 |
| Altitude | 40 |
| 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: 200 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 33m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $5.77 | $25.33 | $50.65 |
| Mid-grade | $6.07 | $26.63 | $53.26 |
| Premium | $6.24 | $27.41 | $54.81 |
| Diesel | $7.57 | $33.22 | $66.44 |
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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