San Francisco to Yosemite: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is San Francisco from Yosemite?

The distance from San Francisco to Yosemite is 157.4 miles (253.3 km) as the crow flies. Yosemite is located E of San Francisco. By car, the driving distance is approximately 192 miles, taking about 4h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. 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 San Francisco 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.