Redwood to San Francisco: Road Trip Guide & Distance

252.2 miles 405.8 km · straight line
326.1 miles actual route 524.8 km · driving distance
7h 21min estimated drive time
$31 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
160° SSE bearing direction

How far is Redwood from San Francisco?

The distance from Redwood to San Francisco is 252.2 miles (405.8 km) as the crow flies. San Francisco is located SSE of Redwood. By car, the driving distance is approximately 326.1 miles, taking about 7h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Redwood 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 Redwood to San Francisco

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 21min $31 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 49min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~6h 59min $39–$114* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Redwood & San Francisco

Quick Facts

Redwood
41.21°N, 124.00°W
America/Los_Angeles
40m 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 84 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 98.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM