Los Banos to San Francisco: Road Trip Guide & Distance

99.4 miles 159.9 km · straight line
121.6 miles actual route 195.7 km · driving distance
2h 21min estimated drive time
$12 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
300° WNW bearing direction

How far is Los Banos from San Francisco?

The distance from Los Banos to San Francisco is 99.4 miles (159.9 km) as the crow flies. San Francisco is located WNW of Los Banos. By car, the driving distance is approximately 121.6 miles, taking about 2h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Los Banos 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 Los Banos to San Francisco

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 21min $12 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 49min $10–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 14min $15–$43* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Los Banos & San Francisco

Quick Facts

Los Banos
37.06°N, 120.85°W
America/Los_Angeles
36m 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 33 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 250.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM