Oroville to San Francisco: Road Trip Guide & Distance

128.8 miles 207.3 km · straight line
151.7 miles actual route 244.1 km · driving distance
3h 3min estimated drive time
$15 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
201° SSW bearing direction

How far is Oroville from San Francisco?

The distance from Oroville to San Francisco is 128.8 miles (207.3 km) as the crow flies. San Francisco is located SSW of Oroville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 151.7 miles, taking about 3h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. 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 Oroville 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 Oroville to San Francisco

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 3min $15 - $18 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 40min $12–$23* Budget
Train ~2h 54min $18–$53* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Oroville & San Francisco

Quick Facts

Oroville
39.51°N, 121.56°W
America/Los_Angeles
51m 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 43 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 193.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM