Distance from Fresno to San Francisco by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Fresno (CA) to San Francisco (CA) is 162 miles or 261 kilometers or 141 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Fresno to San Francisco is 183 miles (296 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 21 miles or 35 km.

Fresno to San Francisco Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Fresno, CA and San Francisco, CA
This map shows the distance from Fresno, CA, Usa to San Francisco, CA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Fresno, California to San Francisco, California is displayed below.

Driving distance from Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA

The driving distance from Fresno, California to San Francisco, California is 183 miles or 296 km.
The total driving distance from Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA is 183 miles or 296 kilometers. Your trip begins in Fresno, California. It ends in San Francisco, California.
The driving distance from Fresno, California to San Francisco, California is approximately 183 miles (296 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 3 to 4 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA

How long is the drive from Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA?
The total driving time is 3 hours, 42 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Fresno to San Francisco take?
Fresno and San Francisco are 3 hours 42 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Fresno and San Francisco

Time difference between Fresno (CA) and San Francisco (CA) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in Fresno	Current local time in San Francisco
2025-12-19, 17:44:25 PST	2025-12-19, 17:44:25 PST

How Far is it Between Fresno California, USA and San Francisco California, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Fresno, CA and San Francisco, CA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	183 mi	296 km	158.92 nmi
Straight line distance	162 mi	261 km	141 nmi
Difference	21 mi	35 km	17 nmi

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