Woodside

California

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Destinations

Woodside is located in California, approximately 21 miles from San Jose. The most popular drive from Woodside is to San Francisco. Browse route details including drive time, distance, and gas costs below.

Driving Times from Woodside

1 destinations

Short Drives — 1

San Francisco
36 miles
1h 17min

Nearby Cities

San Carlos (5 mi)Palo Alto (6 mi)Belmont (6 mi)Los Altos (8 mi)Foster City (9 mi)Mountain View (10 mi)

Routes to Woodside

San Francisco → Woodside

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Woodside from San Francisco?
Woodside is approximately 36 miles from San Francisco, taking around 1h 17min.
What cities are within 3 hours of Woodside?
There are 2 cities within 3 hours, including San Francisco, Woodside.
How many routes from Woodside?
Woodside has 1 routes in our database.

How Far Is Woodside from Major Cities?

Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Woodside to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is San Jose, roughly 25 miles away by road.

San Jose~25 mi · 30 min
San Francisco~30 mi · 30 min
Sacramento~110 mi · 2h
Fresno~175 mi · 3h
Los Angeles~390 mi · 6h 45m

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

Nearest Major Airports to Woodside

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

San Francisco (SFO)~20 mi · 15 min
San Jose (SJC)~20 mi · 15 min

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

Driving from Woodside: What to Know

Located in California in the West Coast, Woodside 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.

Driving from Woodside

Woodside 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.