Monterey to San Francisco: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Monterey from San Francisco?
The distance from Monterey to San Francisco is 86.1 miles (138.6 km) as the crow flies. San Francisco is located NNW of Monterey. By car, the driving distance is approximately 113.4 miles, taking about 2h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. 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 Monterey 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 Monterey to San Francisco
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 29 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
- You could travel this distance about 289.1 times to circle the Earth's equator