How far is it from Temecula, CA, to Imperial, CA, ?

The distance between Temecula, CA, and Imperial, CA, is 153 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Temecula, CA, to Imperial, CA, ?

The drive from Temecula, CA, to Imperial, CA, takes approximately 3 h 5 min by car.

What is the best route from Temecula, CA, to Imperial, CA, ?

The fastest route from Temecula, CA, to Imperial, CA, covers 153 mi with a driving time of approximately 3 h 5 min.

Which direction is Imperial, CA from Temecula, CA?

Imperial, CA lies roughly to the south-east of Temecula, CA.

Which roads does the route from Temecula, CA to Imperial, CA follow?

The drive from Temecula, CA to Imperial, CA mainly follows I 15, I 8. The longest single stretch is 90 mi on I 8.

Which towns do you pass between Temecula, CA and Imperial, CA?

Towns on the route from Temecula, CA to Imperial, CA include Escondido, Poway, El Cajon, Calexico.

Are there charging stations between Temecula, CA and Imperial, CA?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Temecula, CA to Imperial, CA, including Albertson's (350 kW); Alpine Village Square (350 kW); BoA CA0-163 (San Diego, CA) (350 kW). Charging points on this route: 287.

Temecula, CA Imperial, CA

Distance: 153 miDuration: 3 h 5 min

Driving from Temecula, CA to Imperial, CA takes about 3 h 5 min via I 8. The distance is 153 mi. The straight-line distance is 101 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in San Marcos, CA, San Diego, CA, National City, CA, Imperial, CA. Driving directions

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Driving directions25 · 153 mi

1 Depart right onto Santiago Road 1 mi
2 Turn left onto Old Town Front Street 1 mi
3 Take ramp straight 1 mi
4 Merge slightly left onto Escondido Freeway 2 mi
5 Continue straight onto Avocado Highway 22 mi
6 Continue straight onto Escondido Freeway 150 yd
7 Keep slightly left onto Escondido Freeway 4 mi
8 Keep slightly right onto Escondido Freeway 9 mi
9 Take exit slightly right 1 mi
10 Turn left onto Camino del Norte 2 mi
11 Continue straight onto Twin Peaks Road 3 mi
12 Turn right onto Espola Road 1 mi
13 Turn left onto Poway Road 3 mi

14 Turn right 10 mi
15 Turn left onto Mapleview Street 1 mi
16 Continue straight onto Lake Jennings Park Road 3 mi
17 Take ramp straight 1 mi
18 Merge slightly left onto Kumeyaay Highway 54 mi
19 Continue straight onto Route 8 37 mi
20 Take exit slightly right 1 mi
21 Turn left onto South Imperial Avenue 5 mi
22 Turn left onto East 2nd Street 91 yd
23 Turn left onto South Imperial Avenue 125 yd
24 Turn right onto West 1st Street 1 mi
25 Arrive left onto West 1st Street

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The return trip from Imperial, CA to Temecula, CA covers roughly the same distance, 153 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

287 chargers

Longest stretch on this route with no charging point: 60 mi

Albertson'sCCS, CHAdeMO, Type1 · 1601 S Melrose Dr, Vista, CA, 92081350 kW
Alpine Village SquareCCS · 2754 Alpine Blvd, Alpine, CA, 91901350 kW
BoA CA0-163 (San Diego, CA)CCS · 16849 Bernardo Ctr Dr, San Diego, CA, 92128350 kW
BOA El Cajon Main CA0-132 (El Cajon, CA)CCS · 512 Fletcher Parkway, El Cajon, CA, 92020350 kW
BOA El Centro CA0-119 (El Centro, CA)CCS, CHAdeMO · 1414 W. MAIN ST, El Centro, CA, 92243350 kW

EV Charging Stations

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No notable attractions were found along this route.

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Imperial, CA → Calexico, CA16 mi · 25 min Imperial, CA → El Centro, CA5 mi · 10 min Imperial, CA → El Centro NAF Airport (Vraciu Field) (NJK)12 mi · 25 min Imperial, CA → Brawley, CA12 mi · 20 min Imperial, CA → Brawley Municipal Airport (BWC)13 mi · 25 min Imperial, CA → Holtville, CA15 mi · 25 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated August 5, 2026.

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How far is it from Temecula, CA, {fromState} to Imperial, CA, {toState}?: The distance between Temecula, CA, {fromState} and Imperial, CA, {toState} is 153 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Temecula, CA, {fromState} to Imperial, CA, {toState}?: The drive from Temecula, CA, {fromState} to Imperial, CA, {toState} takes approximately 3 h 5 min by car.
What is the best route from Temecula, CA, {fromState} to Imperial, CA, {toState}?: The fastest route from Temecula, CA, {fromState} to Imperial, CA, {toState} covers 153 mi with a driving time of approximately 3 h 5 min.
Which direction is Imperial, CA from Temecula, CA?: Imperial, CA lies roughly to the south-east of Temecula, CA.
Which roads does the route from Temecula, CA to Imperial, CA follow?: The drive from Temecula, CA to Imperial, CA mainly follows I 15, I 8. The longest single stretch is 90 mi on I 8.
Which towns do you pass between Temecula, CA and Imperial, CA?: Towns on the route from Temecula, CA to Imperial, CA include Escondido, Poway, El Cajon, Calexico.
Are there charging stations between Temecula, CA and Imperial, CA?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Temecula, CA to Imperial, CA, including Albertson's (350 kW); Alpine Village Square (350 kW); BoA CA0-163 (San Diego, CA) (350 kW). Charging points on this route: 287.

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