The drive from Shelbyville to San Diego covers approximately 2,200 miles. You will travel west through Kentucky, Missouri, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona before entering California. The route primarily follows I-40 West and I-15 South. Expect a total driving time of about 33 hours. This journey takes you from the bluegrass region to the Pacific coast.
Total Distance: 3,540 km driving distance; 3,000 km straight-line air distance.
This is a multi-day drive; plan for several overnight stops.
Spring or Fall for mild weather.