How far is San Diego, CA from Shasta, CA?
The estimated driving distance from San Diego, CA to Shasta, CA is about 730.7 miles (1176 km), with a travel time of about 12h 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 619.3 miles (996.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 25h 37m 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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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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A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Fresno County, California
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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 Showers And Thunderstorms near Shasta.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from San Diego to Shasta?
The road trip is about 730.7 miles (1176 km) and usually takes 12h 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?
Easton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 309.6 miles from San Diego and 421.1 miles from Shasta.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 619.3 miles (996.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 111.4 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 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 $148.78 one way or $297.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 229.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around San Diego and Showers And Thunderstorms near Shasta.
Stop Ideas Near Easton
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Fresno station
Lemoore (Naval Air Station), California
Hanford station
Lemoore, California
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between San Diego and Shasta. Straight-line distance: 619.28 mi (996.63 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 Shasta
City located in Shasta County, California
| Population | 1,771 |
| Coordinates | 40.5993200, -122.4919600 |
| Altitude | 319 |
| Country | United States |
End: Shasta (-122.49196, 40.59932)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 1176 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 24h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 18h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 14h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 12h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 10h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 09h 06m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.77 | $148.78 | $297.57 |
| Mid-grade | $6.07 | $156.44 | $312.88 |
| Premium | $6.24 | $161.01 | $322.01 |
| Diesel | $7.57 | $195.15 | $390.31 |
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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