Daly City

California

1
Destination

Find driving times and distances from Daly City, USA to 1 destinations. Accurate drive times, mileage, and fuel costs for every trip.

Driving Times from Daly City

1 destinations sorted by distance

Short Drives (under 3 hours) — 1 routes

San Francisco
8 miles
20 min

Nearby Cities

San Bruno (5 mi)San Francisco (7 mi)SFO (7 mi)Millbrae (8 mi)Burlingame (9 mi)San Mateo (12 mi)

Routes to Daly City

San Francisco → Daly City

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Daly City from San Francisco?
Daly City is approximately 8 miles from San Francisco, with a driving time of around 20 min. Drive times vary based on traffic and route chosen.
What cities are within 3 hours of Daly City?
San Francisco is the only city within 3 hours of Daly City. Browse the short drives section above for the full list.
How many driving routes are available from Daly City?
Daly City has 1 driving routes in our database, covering destinations across the US. Each route includes drive time, distance, gas cost, and the best times to travel.

How Far Is Daly City from Major Cities?

Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Daly City to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is San Jose, roughly 50 miles away by road.

San Jose~50 mi · 45 min
Sacramento~100 mi · 1h 45m
Fresno~195 mi · 3h 15m
Los Angeles~415 mi · 7h 15m
Las Vegas~500 mi · 8h 30m

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

Nearest Major Airports to Daly City

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

San Francisco (SFO)~10 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 Daly City: What to Know

Daly City, California makes a practical base for exploring the West Coast by car. Before a longer trip, give the vehicle a quick once-over — tire pressure, washer fluid, and wipers — and download offline maps, as coverage can thin out between towns on rural stretches. 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.

Plan Your Drive from Daly City

Daly City serves as a great base for exploring by car, with 1 route available on this page. Whether you need a quick commute estimate or want to map out a weekend road trip, you will find driving times and costs for every destination below. Each route includes up-to-date data on distance, fuel estimates at current prices, toll costs where applicable, and recommendations for the best departure times. Tap any card to see the full route details and start planning your drive.