Redding to San Francisco: Road Trip Guide & Distance

194.2 miles 312.6 km · straight line
216.7 miles actual route 348.7 km · driving distance
4h 3min estimated drive time
$21 - $26 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
180° S bearing direction

How far is Redding from San Francisco?

The distance from Redding to San Francisco is 194.2 miles (312.6 km) as the crow flies. San Francisco is located S of Redding. By car, the driving distance is approximately 216.7 miles, taking about 4h 3min. 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. 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 Redding 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 Redding to San Francisco

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 3min $21 - $26 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 52min $17–$33* Budget
Train ~3h 51min $26–$76* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Redding & San Francisco

Quick Facts

Redding
40.59°N, 122.39°W
America/Los_Angeles
172m 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 65 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 128.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM