Sacramento to Yosemite: Road Trip Guide & Distance

117.1 miles 188.5 km · straight line
165.7 miles actual route 266.6 km · driving distance
3h 59min estimated drive time
$16 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
114° ESE bearing direction

How far is Sacramento from Yosemite?

The distance from Sacramento to Yosemite is 117.1 miles (188.5 km) as the crow flies. Yosemite is located ESE of Sacramento. By car, the driving distance is approximately 165.7 miles, taking about 3h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. 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. 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 Sacramento and Yosemite. 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 Sacramento to Yosemite

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 59min $16 - $20 Flexible stops
Bus ~4h 47min $13–$25* Budget
Train ~3h 47min $20–$58* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Sacramento & Yosemite

Quick Facts

Sacramento
38.58°N, 121.49°W
America/Los_Angeles
9m elevation
Yosemite
37.87°N, 119.54°W
America/Los_Angeles
1209m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 39 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 212.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM