How far is Pasadena, CA from Sacramento, CA?
Fastest route
The journey from Pasadena, California, USA to Sacramento, California, USA takes approximately 5 hours and 32 minutes, covering a distance of 385 miles via I-5 N.
Directions
- Get on CA-710 from E Walnut St.
- Head east on E Holly St toward Garfield Ave.
- Turn left onto Garfield Ave.
- Turn left onto E Walnut St.
- Turn right onto the ramp to I-210 W/San Fernando.
- Follow I-5 N to J St in Sacramento. Take exit 519B from I-5 N.
- Continue on J St. Drive to 9th St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Take CA-710 from E Walnut St to join the freeway.
- 🔄 Merge onto I-5 N and follow the signs for San Francisco/Sacramento.
- 🛣️ Keep right at the fork to stay on I-5 N, following the signs for Stockton/Sacramento.
- ⚠️ Be aware that parts of the road may be closed at certain times or days, so plan accordingly.
- 📍 Use the 2nd from the right lane to take exit 1A for I-5 N/Golden State Fwy toward Sacramento.
- ⚠️ Note that the Interstate 5 Truck Route N may have closures at certain times or days.
- 🏢 When you reach Sacramento, continue on J St and drive to 9th St.
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Pasadena and Sacramento is 358.52 miles (576.98 km).
Flight distance from Pasadena, CA to Sacramento, CA is 358.52 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 46 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 42 minutes to travel from Pasadena to Sacramento with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Pasadena, California to Sacramento, California is: 385.55 miles (620.49 km) by car.
Driving from Pasadena to Sacramento will take approximately 06 hours 02 minutes.
#1 Pasadena
The second most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. It is located in the San Gabriel Valley region of California. Pasadena is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the California Institute of Technology and the Norton Simon Museum.
| Population | 141045 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 34°8'52"N 118°8'40"W |
| Latitude | 34.1477800 |
| Longitude | -118.1445200 |
| Altitude | 263 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sacramento
The sixth most populous city in California and the center of the Sacramento metropolitan area. It is located in the Sacramento Valley in central California. Sacramento is the capital of California and is known for its government and its many attractions, such as the California State Capitol and the California State Railroad Museum.
| Population | 512838 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°34'54"N 121°29'40"W |
| Latitude | 38.5815700 |
| Longitude | -121.4944000 |
| Altitude | 9 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Sacramento: 9th Street (-121.49442,38.581575)
Estimated Travel Time Between Pasadena and Sacramento
The distance between Pasadena and Sacramento is 620 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 06 hours 53 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Pasadena and Sacramento. The current time is 02:21:44.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 12 hours 50 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09 hours 38 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07 hours 42 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06 hours 25 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05 hours 30 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 05 hours 08 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 04 hours 48 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 51.5 liters (13.6 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Pasadena and Sacramento.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Pasadena to Sacramento is $72.85 (diesel $84.3).
California gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $5.36 | $5.59 | $5.74 | $6.2 |
| Total | $72.85 | $76.08 | $78.13 | $84.3 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in California ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $5.355 (Diesel $6.196) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 26, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Pasadena and Sacramento (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
