Folsom to San Francisco: Road Trip Guide & Distance

91.9 miles 147.9 km · straight line
108.4 miles actual route 174.5 km · driving distance
2h 12min estimated drive time
$10 - $13 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
228° SW bearing direction

How far is Folsom from San Francisco?

The distance from Folsom to San Francisco is 91.9 miles (147.9 km) as the crow flies. San Francisco is located SW of Folsom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 108.4 miles, taking about 2h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Folsom and San Francisco. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Folsom to San Francisco

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 12min $10 - $13 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 38min $9–$16* Budget
Train ~2h 5min $13–$38* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Folsom & San Francisco

Quick Facts

Folsom
38.68°N, 121.18°W
America/Los_Angeles
67m elevation
San Francisco
37.77°N, 122.42°W
America/Los_Angeles
16m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 31 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 271 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM