Distance from Boston to San Diego by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Boston (MA) to San Diego (CA) is 2579 miles or 4150 kilometers or 2240 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Boston to San Diego is 3024 miles (4867 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 445 miles or 717 km.

Boston to San Diego Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Boston, MA and San Diego, CA
This map shows the distance from Boston, MA, Usa to San Diego, CA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Boston, Massachusetts to San Diego, California is displayed below.

Driving distance from Boston, MA to San Diego, CA

The driving distance from Boston, Massachusetts to San Diego, California is 3024 miles or 4867 km.
The total driving distance from Boston, MA to San Diego, CA is 3024 miles or 4867 kilometers. Your trip begins in Boston, Massachusetts. It ends in San Diego, California.
The driving distance from Boston, Massachusetts to San Diego, California is approximately 3024 miles (4867 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 54 to 55 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Boston, MA to San Diego, CA

How long is the drive from Boston, MA to San Diego, CA?
The total driving time is 54 hours, 31 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Boston to San Diego take?
Boston and San Diego are 54 hours 31 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Boston and San Diego

Time difference between Boston (MA) and San Diego (CA) is 3 Hours.
San Diego time is 3 Hours behind Boston.

Current local time in Boston	Current local time in San Diego
2025-12-18, 11:48:33 EST	2025-12-18, 08:48:33 PST

How Far is it Between Boston Massachusetts, USA and San Diego California, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Boston, MA and San Diego, CA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	3024 mi	4867 km	2626.04 nmi
Straight line distance	2579 mi	4150 km	2240 nmi
Difference	445 mi	717 km	386 nmi

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