How far is Shasta, CA from San Diego, CA?
The driving distance from Shasta, CA to San Diego, CA is about 677.1 miles (1089.7 km), with a travel time of about 11h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 619.3 miles (996.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 22h 16m 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 Fresno 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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Shasta and Mostly Sunny near San Diego.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Shasta to San Diego?
The road trip is about 677.1 miles (1089.7 km) and usually takes 11h 08m 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 Shasta and 367.5 miles from San Diego.
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 57.8 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 $137.82 one way or $275.64 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 212.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Shasta and Mostly Sunny near San Diego.
Stop Ideas Near Easton
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Easton.
Fresno station
Lemoore (Naval Air Station), California
Hanford station
Lemoore, California
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Shasta and San Diego. Straight-line distance: 619.28 mi (996.63 km).
#1 Shasta
City located in Shasta County, California
| Population | 1,771 |
| Coordinates | 40.5993200, -122.4919600 |
| Altitude | 319 |
| 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: 1090 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 22h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 16h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 13h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 11h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 09h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 08h 26m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.77 | $137.82 | $275.64 |
| Mid-grade | $6.07 | $144.92 | $289.83 |
| Premium | $6.24 | $149.15 | $298.29 |
| Diesel | $7.57 | $180.78 | $361.55 |
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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