How far is San Bernardino, CA from Blythe, CA?
The estimated driving distance from San Bernardino, CA to Blythe, CA is about 197.9 miles (318.5 km), with a travel time of about 04h 06m by car.
- This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 158.3 miles (254.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 13m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM PDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 06m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
A city in Riverside County, California.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Patchy Blowing Dust then Mostly Clear
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between San Bernardino and Blythe.
Route Summary
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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.
Mostly Sunny leaving San Bernardino and Patchy Blowing Dust then Mostly Clear near Blythe.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from San Bernardino to Blythe?
The road trip is about 197.9 miles (318.5 km) and usually takes 04h 06m 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?
Coachella is a useful midpoint, sitting about 79.2 miles from San Bernardino and 118.7 miles from Blythe.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 158.3 miles (254.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 39.6 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 8:46 AM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $40.27 one way or $80.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 62 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around San Bernardino and Patchy Blowing Dust then Mostly Clear near Blythe.
Stop Ideas Near Coachella
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Coachella.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between San Bernardino and Blythe. Straight-line distance: 158.32 mi (254.79 km).
#1 San Bernardino
The second most populous city in San Bernardino County, California.
| Population | 217,491 |
| Coordinates | 34.1083400, -117.2897700 |
| Altitude | 321 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Blythe
City in California
| Population | 19,673 |
| Coordinates | 33.6103000, -114.5963500 |
| Altitude | 83 |
| Country | United States |
End: Blythe (-114.59635, 33.6103)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 318 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 28m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.77 | $40.27 | $80.54 |
| Mid-grade | $6.07 | $42.34 | $84.68 |
| Premium | $6.24 | $43.58 | $87.15 |
| Diesel | $7.57 | $52.82 | $105.64 |
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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