Distance Guide
How far is San Diego from Phoenix?
The distance between San Diego, CA and Phoenix, AZ is about 299 miles — roughly a 5 hr 26 min drive at typical highway speeds.
Distance
299 mi
Drive time
5 hr 26 min
Midpoint
33.082°, -114.618°
Driving from San Diego to Phoenix
Most drivers cover the 299-mile route in about 5 hr 26 min, depending on traffic, weather, and stops. The fair midpoint — a natural place to break the trip or meet someone driving from the other direction.
Meet in the middle instead of driving the whole way
If you and a friend are both making this trip just to see each other, meeting halfway saves everyone roughly half the drive — about 150 miles each instead of 299. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.
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