How far is Petaluma, CA from San Francisco, CA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Petaluma and San Francisco is 33.75 miles (54.31 km).
Flight distance from Petaluma, CA to San Francisco, CA is 33.75 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 04 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Petaluma, California to San Francisco, California is: 39.09 miles (62.91 km) by car.
Driving from Petaluma to San Francisco will take approximately 00 hours 53 minutes.
#1 Petaluma
The most populous city in Sonoma County, California. It is located in the North Bay region of the county. Petaluma is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Petaluma Arts Center and the Petaluma Museum.
| Population | 60632 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°13'57"N 122°38'12"W |
| Latitude | 38.2324200 |
| Longitude | -122.6366500 |
| Altitude | 9 |
| Country | United States |
#2 San Francisco
The seventeenth most populous city in the United States and the center of the San Francisco Bay Area. It is located on the tip of a peninsula in Northern California. San Francisco is a major center for the technology industry and is home to the Golden Gate Bridge.
| Population | 866606 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 37°46'30"N 122°25'10"W |
| Latitude | 37.7749300 |
| Longitude | -122.4194200 |
| Altitude | 16 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in San Francisco: Market Street (-122.419433,37.774953)
Estimated Travel Time Between Petaluma and San Francisco
The distance between Petaluma and San Francisco is 63 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 41 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Petaluma and San Francisco. The current time is 19:56:52.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 18 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 58 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 46 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 39 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 33 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 31 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 29 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 5.22 liters (1.38 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Petaluma and San Francisco.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Petaluma to San Francisco is $7.39 (diesel $8.55).
California gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $5.36 | $5.59 | $5.74 | $6.2 |
| Total | $7.39 | $7.71 | $7.92 | $8.55 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in California ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $5.355 (Diesel $6.196) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Petaluma and San Francisco (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
