Mammoth Lakes to San Francisco: Road Trip Guide & Distance

188.6 miles 303.6 km · straight line
259.1 miles actual route 417 km · driving distance
6h 15min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
274° W bearing direction

How far is Mammoth Lakes from San Francisco?

The distance from Mammoth Lakes to San Francisco is 188.6 miles (303.6 km) as the crow flies. San Francisco is located W of Mammoth Lakes. By car, the driving distance is approximately 259.1 miles, taking about 6h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Mammoth Lakes 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 Mammoth Lakes to San Francisco

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 15min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 30min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~5h 56min $31–$91* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Mammoth Lakes & San Francisco

Quick Facts

Mammoth Lakes
37.65°N, 118.97°W
America/Los_Angeles
2400m 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 63 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 132 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM