Napa to San Francisco: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Napa from San Francisco?

The distance from Napa to San Francisco is 36.8 miles (59.3 km) as the crow flies. San Francisco is located SSW of Napa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 48 miles, taking about 1h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. 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 Napa 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.