How far is Petaluma, CA from Chula Vista, CA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Petaluma and Chula Vista is 496.77 miles (799.48 km).
Flight distance from Petaluma, CA to Chula Vista, CA is 496.77 miles. Estimated flight time is 01 hours 05 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 59 minutes to travel from Petaluma to Chula Vista with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Petaluma, California to Chula Vista, California is: 546.15 miles (878.95 km) by car.
Driving from Petaluma to Chula Vista will take approximately 08 hours 30 minutes.
#1 Petaluma
The most populous city in Sonoma County, California. It is located in the North Bay region of the county. Petaluma is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Petaluma Arts Center and the Petaluma Museum.
| Population | 60632 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°13'57"N 122°38'12"W |
| Latitude | 38.2324200 |
| Longitude | -122.6366500 |
| Altitude | 9 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Chula Vista
The second most populous city in San Diego County, California. It is located on the U.S.-Mexico border. Chula Vista is known for its beaches, its Mexican culture, and its many attractions, such as the Otay Mountain Wilderness and the Chula Vista Nature Center.
| Population | 272979 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 32°38'24"N 117°5'3"W |
| Latitude | 32.6400500 |
| Longitude | -117.0842000 |
| Altitude | 21 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Chula Vista: F Street (-117.084196,32.640039)
Estimated Travel Time Between Petaluma and Chula Vista
The distance between Petaluma and Chula Vista is 879 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 09 hours 45 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Petaluma and Chula Vista. The current time is 02:27:56.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 18 hours 11 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 13 hours 39 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 10 hours 55 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 09 hours 06 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 07 hours 48 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 07 hours 16 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 06 hours 48 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 72.95 liters (19.27 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Petaluma and Chula Vista.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Petaluma to Chula Vista is $103.2 (diesel $119.41).
California gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $5.36 | $5.59 | $5.74 | $6.2 |
| Total | $103.2 | $107.77 | $110.68 | $119.41 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in California ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $5.355 (Diesel $6.196) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 26, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Petaluma and Chula Vista (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
