Distance: San Francisco to Palo Alto
Distance between San Francisco and Palo Alto in kilometers, miles and nautical miles.
44 km
Straight-line
great-circle
24 nm
Nautical Miles
as the crow flies
59 km
By Road
44 min
33 minutes
By Air
flight time
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Frequently Asked Questions
How far is San Francisco from Palo Alto?
The straight-line distance from San Francisco to Palo Alto is 44 km (24 nautical miles). By road it is approximately 59 km (44 min drive). By air the flight takes about 33 minutes.
How many nautical miles is it from San Francisco to Palo Alto?
The nautical distance from San Francisco to Palo Alto is approximately 24 nautical miles.