Palmdale to San Francisco: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Palmdale from San Francisco?
The distance from Palmdale to San Francisco is 326 miles (524.7 km) as the crow flies. San Francisco is located NW of Palmdale. By car, the driving distance is approximately 370.8 miles, taking about 7h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 9min. Both are located in United States.
This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Palmdale 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.
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 109 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 27 hours
- You could travel this distance about 76.4 times to circle the Earth's equator