Foster City
California
Foster City is located in California, approximately 17 miles from San Francisco. The most popular drive from Foster City is to San Francisco. Browse route details including drive time, distance, and gas costs below.
Driving Times from Foster City
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Frequently Asked Questions
How Far Is Foster City from Major Cities?
Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Foster City to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is San Francisco, roughly 20 miles away by road.
Estimates assume typical highway speeds without extended stops; actual times vary with traffic and weather.
Nearest Major Airports to Foster City
If part of the trip is by air, these are the closest major airports to Foster City by road:
Airport drive times are door-to-terminal estimates — add time for parking and security.
Driving from Foster City: What to Know
Located in California in the West Coast, Foster City is well positioned for road trips both short and long. For longer drives, plan a rest stop roughly every two hours, keep your tank above a quarter full, and aim to leave outside the morning and evening rush windows to save time. 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.