How far is Foster City, CA from Sacramento, CA?
Fastest route
The journey from Foster City, California, USA to Sacramento, California, USA takes approximately 2 hours and 2 minutes, covering a distance of 109 miles. The fastest route is via I-80 E, but it involves tolls. Here are the directions:
Directions
- Get on CA-92 E.
- Head northwest on Shell Blvd toward E Hillsdale Blvd.
- Turn right onto Metro Center Blvd.
- Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto the CA-92 E/San Mateo Bridge ramp to Hayward.
- Follow CA-92 E, I-880 N, and I-80 E to J St in Sacramento. Take exit 519B from I-5 N.
- Use the right 2 lanes to take the Hesperian Boulevard exit toward Oakland/I-880/San Jose.
- Keep left to continue toward I-880 N.
- Keep left at the fork to continue on Exit 26B, follow signs for Oakland/I-880 N, and merge onto I-880 N.
- Keep left at the fork to stay on I-880 N.
- Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 46B for I-80 E/I-580 W toward San Rafael/Sacramento.
- Continue onto I-580 W/I-80 E.
- Continue to follow I-80 E (Toll road).
- Keep left to continue on I-80BL E/US-50 E, follow signs for Sacramento/South Lake Tahoe/Capital City Freeway.
- Take exit 4A to merge onto I-5 N toward Redding.
- Take exit 519B for J St toward Downtown. May be closed at certain times or days.
- Continue on J St. Drive to 9th St.
- Use any lane to turn right onto J St. Sacramento, California, USA.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan your journey ahead of time to account for any potential traffic or road closures.
- ⛽ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the trip.
- 🚦 Observe and follow all traffic rules and regulations.
- 💵 Keep some cash or electronic payment methods for tolls.
- 📱 Use a navigation app or GPS device to help guide you along the route.
- 🕑 Consider the time of day and traffic conditions to optimize your travel experience.
- 📍 Familiarize yourself with Sacramento's street layout to easily navigate to your destination.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 58m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The second most populous city in Solano County, California.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Foster City and Sacramento.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Foster City and Sacramento.
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Start on Shell Boulevard
1321 ft · 33 sec · Shell Boulevard
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Turn right onto Metro Center Boulevard
760 ft · 23 sec · Metro Center Boulevard
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Turn left onto CA 92 East: San Mateo Bridge, Hayward
1419 ft · 19 sec
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Merge slight left onto J Arthur Younger Freeway
10.5 mi · 12 min · J Arthur Younger Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 880: Oakland, San Jose, Hesperian Boulevard
1112 ft · 15 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 880: Oakland, San Jose
3241 ft · 43 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 880 North, CA 92 East: Oakland, Downtown Hayward
1127 ft · 15 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 880 North: Oakland
1513 ft · 22 sec
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Merge slight left onto Nimitz Freeway
14.8 mi · 17 min · Nimitz Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on Nimitz Freeway
2.3 mi · 3 min · Nimitz Freeway
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Continue on Nimitz Freeway
1.9 mi · 3 min · Nimitz Freeway
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Continue on Eastshore Freeway
3.3 mi · 4 min · Eastshore Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on Eastshore Freeway
7.4 mi · 9 min · Eastshore Freeway
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Continue on Eastshore Freeway
3.2 mi · 4 min · Eastshore Freeway
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Continue on Linus F. Claeys Freeway
3.5 mi · 4 min · Linus F. Claeys Freeway
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Continue on Eastshore Freeway
1718 ft · 27 sec · Eastshore Freeway
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Continue on Carquinez Bridge
1.6 km · 1 min · Carquinez Bridge
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Continue on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
14.5 mi · 17 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Keep slight left to continue on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
27.3 mi · 31 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Keep slight left to continue on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
8.4 mi · 10 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Continue on Yolo Causeway
3.7 mi · 4 min · Yolo Causeway
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Keep slight left to continue on Capital City Freeway
3.3 mi · 4 min · Capital City Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 5 North, I 5 South: Redding, Los Angeles
1053 ft · 14 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 5 North: Redding
1052 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 5 North: Redding
1112 ft · 15 sec
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Merge slight left onto Westside Freeway
1 km · 44 sec · Westside Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward J Street, Downtown
1300 ft · 34 sec
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Turn right onto J Street
822 ft · 25 sec · J Street
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Turn left onto 5th Street
814 ft · 19 sec · 5th Street
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Turn right onto H Street
1602 ft · 40 sec · H Street
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Turn right onto 9th Street
149 m · 15 sec · 9th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 9th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Foster City and Sacramento.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Keep slight left to continue on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
27.3 mi · 00h 31m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Foster City and Sunny near Sacramento.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Foster City to Sacramento?
The road trip is about 107.5 miles (173 km) and usually takes 01h 58m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Vallejo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 54.7 miles from Foster City and 52.8 miles from Sacramento.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 82.3 miles (132.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:34 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.86 one way or $43.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Foster City and Sunny near Sacramento.
Stop Ideas Near Vallejo
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
BikeLink : Richmond City Hall
Richmond Building Inspections
Old Maple Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Vallejo.
Vallejo, California
Marine World (Seasonal), Vallejo, California
Martinez station
Richmond station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Foster City and Sacramento. Straight-line distance: 82.34 mi (132.52 km).
#1 Foster City
City in San Mateo County, California, United States
| Population | 33,901 |
| Coordinates | 37.5585500, -122.2710800 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sacramento
The sixth most populous city in California and the center of the Sacramento metropolitan area.
| Population | 512,838 |
| Coordinates | 38.5815700, -121.4944000 |
| Altitude | 9 |
| Country | United States |
End: 9th Street (-121.49442, 38.581575)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 173 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 20m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.77 | $21.86 | $43.73 |
| Mid-grade | $6.07 | $22.99 | $45.98 |
| Premium | $6.24 | $23.66 | $47.32 |
| Diesel | $7.57 | $28.68 | $57.36 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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