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Distance from Carlsbad to Chula Vista

Driving Distance
42.9 mi 69.1 km
Flying Distance
39.1 mi 62.9 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Carlsbad, California to Chula Vista, California is 42.9 mi (69.1 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 39.1 mi (62.9 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 5 min

The estimated travel time by road is 42 minutes

Traveling highway, moderate in a southeast direction. Average speeds around 58 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Carlsbad
Place Carlsbad
State/Province California
Country US
Latitude 33.164449
Longitude -117.341117
GPS 33.164449° N, 117.341117° W
Local Time 1:41 PM
Timezone America/Los_Angeles

Destination:

Chula Vista
Place Chula Vista
State/Province California
Country US
Latitude 32.640054
Longitude -117.084196
GPS 32.640054° N, 117.084196° W
Local Time 1:41 PM
Timezone America/Los_Angeles

Journey Summary

Traveling from Carlsbad, California to Chula Vista, California covers 42.9 mi (69.1 km) in a southeast direction. This highway, moderate route typically takes 42 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (41.3-42.9 miles / 66-69 km). The primary route shown here saves 59 seconds compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 58 mph (93 km/h).

Available Routes

I-5 S
42.9 mi 42 minutes
Shortest
I-805 S and I-5 S
42.3 mi 42 minutes
I-5 S and I-805 S
41.3 mi 41 minutes
Fastest

How is the distance calculated?

Driving distances are based on actual road data. We use advanced routing algorithms that consider traffic, tolls, highways, and local streets. For air distances (as the crow flies), we use the Vincenty formula. It's a precise method that accounts for the Earth's shape and provides accuracy up to 0.5 mm.

When multiple route options exist, we display both the shortest and fastest paths. Travel times are estimated based on typical speeds for each road type, though actual times may vary with traffic and weather conditions. All distances are shown in both miles and kilometers for convenience.