How far is San Diego, CA from Auberry, CA?
The estimated driving distance from San Diego, CA to Auberry, CA is about 388.2 miles (624.8 km), with a travel time of about 06h 48m by car.
- This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 329 miles (529.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 13h 36m 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.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Kern County, California
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Route Summary
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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.
Mostly Sunny leaving San Diego and Chance Light Rain near Auberry.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from San Diego to Auberry?
The road trip is about 388.2 miles (624.8 km) and usually takes 06h 48m 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?
Rosamond is a useful midpoint, sitting about 164.5 miles from San Diego and 223.7 miles from Auberry.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 329 miles (529.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 59.2 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 $79.04 one way or $158.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 121.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around San Diego and Chance Light Rain near Auberry.
Stop Ideas Near Rosamond
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between San Diego and Auberry. Straight-line distance: 328.99 mi (529.46 km).
#1 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 |
#2 Auberry
Census-designated place in Fresno County, California
| Population | 2,369 |
| Coordinates | 37.0807800, -119.4854100 |
| Altitude | 615 |
| Country | United States |
End: Auberry (-119.48541, 37.08078)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 625 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 12h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 50m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.77 | $79.04 | $158.07 |
| Mid-grade | $6.07 | $83.10 | $166.21 |
| Premium | $6.24 | $85.53 | $171.06 |
| Diesel | $7.57 | $103.67 | $207.34 |
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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