Fremont, California to San Francisco: Road Trip Guide & Distance

28.3 miles 45.5 km · straight line
38 miles actual route 61.1 km · driving distance
50min estimated drive time
$4 - $4 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
304° WNW bearing direction

How far is Fremont, California from San Francisco?

The distance from Fremont, California to San Francisco is 28.3 miles (45.5 km) as the crow flies. San Francisco is located WNW of Fremont, California. By car, the driving distance is approximately 38 miles, taking about 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Fremont, California 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 Fremont, California to San Francisco

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 50min $4 - $4 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Fremont, California & San Francisco

Quick Facts

Fremont, California
37.55°N, 121.99°W
America/Los_Angeles
17m 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 9 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 880.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM