Mill Valley

California

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Destinations

Mill Valley is located in California, approximately 11 miles from San Francisco. The most popular drive from Mill Valley is to San Francisco. Browse route details including drive time, distance, and gas costs below.

Driving Times from Mill Valley

1 destinations

Short Drives — 1

San Francisco
38 miles
1h 21min

Nearby Cities

Tiburon (5 mi)San Francisco (11 mi)Novato (14 mi)Berkeley (15 mi)Daly City (16 mi)Oakland (17 mi)

Routes to Mill Valley

San Francisco → Mill Valley

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Mill Valley from San Francisco?
Mill Valley is approximately 38 miles from San Francisco, taking around 1h 21min.
What cities are within 3 hours of Mill Valley?
There are 2 cities within 3 hours, including San Francisco, Mill Valley.
How many routes from Mill Valley?
Mill Valley has 1 routes in our database.

How Far Is Mill Valley from Major Cities?

Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Mill Valley 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~65 mi · 1h
Sacramento~90 mi · 1h 30m
Fresno~205 mi · 3h 30m
Los Angeles~430 mi · 7h 30m

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

Nearest Major Airports to Mill Valley

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

San Francisco (SFO)~25 mi · 30 min
Oakland (OAK)~25 mi · 30 min

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

Driving from Mill Valley: What to Know

Mill Valley, 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.

Driving from Mill Valley

Mill Valley is a popular starting point for road trips across the United States, with 3 destinations reachable by car. Whether you are planning a quick day trip to a neighboring city or an extended cross-country adventure, this page provides accurate driving times, distances, and estimated fuel costs for every route. Use the cards above to compare drive times and pick the best destination for your next trip. Each route page includes detailed information about highway options, toll costs, traffic patterns, and the best times to travel.