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

319.6 miles 514.3 km · straight line
363 miles actual route 584.2 km · driving distance
6h 53min estimated drive time
$35 - $43 estimated fuel cost
~1h 9min flight time
313° NW bearing direction

How far is Lancaster, California from San Francisco?

The distance from Lancaster, California to San Francisco is 319.6 miles (514.3 km) as the crow flies. San Francisco is located NW of Lancaster, California. By car, the driving distance is approximately 363 miles, taking about 6h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 9min. Both are located in United States.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lancaster, 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 Lancaster, California to San Francisco

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 53min $35 - $43 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 9min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 16min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 32min $44–$127* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lancaster, California & San Francisco

Quick Facts

Lancaster, California
34.70°N, 118.14°W
America/Los_Angeles
719m 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 107 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 27 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 77.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM