Moving from Sacramento, CA to San Diego, CA
Your Complete Guide
614
Miles
11.2 hrs
Drive Time
I-5 South / I-80 East
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Sacramento, CA
San Diego, CA
Cost of Living Index
112
160
Median Home Price
$430,000
$850,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,400/mo
$2,200/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$130
$135
Grocery Index
102
106
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 614-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Sacramento, CA and San Diego, CA.
San Francisco, CA
The City by the Bay, famous for the Golden Gate Bridge, cable cars, and tech innovation. A cultural melting pot with iconic neighborhoods.
Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman's Wharf, and Silicon Valley proximity
San Jose, CA
The capital of Silicon Valley and one of the wealthiest large cities in America. A diverse tech hub with a growing urban core.
Silicon Valley tech industry, Winchester Mystery House, and diversity
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 614 miles via I-5 South / I-80 East, taking about 11.2 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 2 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.