Burlingame

California

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Destinations

Burlingame is located in California, approximately 14 miles from San Francisco. The most popular drive from Burlingame is to San Francisco. Browse route details including drive time, distance, and gas costs below.

Driving Times from Burlingame

1 destinations

Short Drives — 1

San Francisco
24 miles
51 min

Nearby Cities

South San Francisco (5 mi)Foster City (5 mi)Belmont (7 mi)San Carlos (8 mi)Daly City (9 mi)Redwood City (10 mi)

Routes to Burlingame

San Francisco → Burlingame

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Burlingame from San Francisco?
Burlingame is approximately 24 miles from San Francisco, taking around 51 min.
What cities are within 3 hours of Burlingame?
There are 2 cities within 3 hours, including San Francisco, Burlingame.
How many routes from Burlingame?
Burlingame has 1 routes in our database.

How Far Is Burlingame from Major Cities?

Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Burlingame to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is San Francisco, roughly 15 miles away by road.

San Francisco~15 mi · 15 min
San Jose~40 mi · 45 min
Sacramento~100 mi · 1h 45m
Fresno~185 mi · 3h 15m
Los Angeles~405 mi · 7h

Estimates assume typical highway speeds without extended stops; actual times vary with traffic and weather.

Nearest Major Airports to Burlingame

If part of the trip is by air, these are the closest major airports to Burlingame by road:

San Francisco (SFO)~5 mi · 15 min
Oakland (OAK)~15 mi · 15 min

Airport drive times are door-to-terminal estimates — add time for parking and security.

Driving from Burlingame: What to Know

As a California starting point, Burlingame gives drivers straightforward access to the West Coast's main corridors. Weekday mornings before 7 AM are typically the quietest time to get on the road, while Friday afternoons and holiday weekends see the heaviest traffic on routes out of town. The main corridor for trips listed on this page is US-101, so check for construction or closures on that route before setting out.

All drive times on this page assume normal conditions. Gas cost estimates use a 30 MPG vehicle at current average fuel prices — a hybrid or EV can cut that cost roughly in half, and you can compare electric options on our EV trip pages.

Road Trips from Burlingame

Looking to hit the road from Burlingame? Browse 3 driving routes with detailed travel data including estimated drive times, mileage, and gas costs. From short trips under an hour to epic multi-day drives, Burlingame connects to destinations across the country. Click any route card for a full breakdown of the journey, including suggested stops, traffic estimates, toll information, and the recommended time of day to depart for the smoothest drive.