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How to Travel from

Washington, DC to San Francisco Airport

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Transport providers

Airlines

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Baltimore-Washington International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
8h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$293.41–$446.49
Plane from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
8h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$242.38–$357.19
Plane from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
8h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$293.41–$459.25
Plane from Washington Dulles International Airport to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
11h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$255.14–$395.46
Plane from Baltimore-Washington International Airport to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
7h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$318.92–$484.76

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Baltimore-Washington International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$204.11–$701.63
Plane from Baltimore-Washington International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
9h 8m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.62–$765.41
Plane from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$446.49–$625.09
Plane from Washington Dulles International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.84–$535.79

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
9h 43m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.60–$382.71

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Website:
alaskaair.com/
Plane from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$369.95–$599.57
Plane from Washington Dulles International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$140.33–$574.06

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Baltimore-Washington International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$191.35–$510.27
Plane from Baltimore-Washington International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$216.87–$599.57
Plane from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
9h 48m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.60–$484.76
Plane from Washington Dulles International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$153.08–$420.98
Plane from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
7h 42m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$216.87–$599.57
Plane from Washington Dulles International Airport to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
7h 40m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$191.35–$535.79
Plane from Baltimore-Washington International Airport to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
8h 17m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$242.38–$637.84

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.29–$10.84

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Washington Union Station to BWI
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.38–$70.16
Train from Washington Union Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
17h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.92–$280.65
Train from Chicago Union Station to Richmond
Ave. Duration:
2d 4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$216.87–$765.41

Amtrak Northeast Regional

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Washington Union Station to BWI
Ave. Duration:
27 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.58–$242.38

Amtrak Acela

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Washington Union Station to BWI
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.69–$382.71

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Richmond to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.12–$15.31

Maryland Transit

Phone:
1-866-743-3682
Website:
mta.maryland.gov
Train from Washington Union Station to BWI
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$10.21

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority

Phone:
+1 202 466 3876
Website:
wmata.com
Train from Metro Center, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platform to Washington
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.59–$7.02

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Washington Union Station to Baltimore
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.93–$70.16
Bus from Baltimore Downtown Bus Station to Pittsburgh
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.14–$153.08
Bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to Denver
Ave. Duration:
33h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$114.81–$701.63
Bus from Denver Union Station to Sparks
Ave. Duration:
20h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.92–$484.76
Bus from Sparks Transit Center to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.86–$153.08

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Washington Union Station to Baltimore
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.38–$39.55

Peter Pan Bus Lines

Phone:
1-800-343-9999
Website:
peterpanbus.com
Bus from Washington Union Station to Baltimore
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$6.38–$24.24

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Washington, DC to San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

The cheapest way to get from Washington, DC to San Francisco Airport (SFO) is to fly which costs $130.43 - $282.61 and takes 7h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington, DC to San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

The fastest way to get from Washington, DC to San Francisco Airport (SFO) is to train and fly which takes 7h 20m and costs $76.09 - $652.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Washington, DC and San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

No, there is no direct bus from Washington, DC station to San Francisco Airport (SFO). However, there are services departing from Washington Union Station and arriving at SFO Airport Terminal A-Lower Level via Baltimore Downtown Bus Station, Pittsburgh Intermodal Station, Denver Union Station, Sparks Transit Center and Mission St & 1st St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 22h.

Is there a direct train between Washington, DC and San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

No, there is no direct train from Washington, DC station to San Francisco Airport (SFO). However, there are services departing from Washington Union Station and arriving at San Francisco International Airport via Chicago Union Station and Richmond. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 0h.

How far is it from Washington, DC to San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

The distance between Washington, DC and San Francisco Airport (SFO) is 3997 km. The road distance is 4544.5 km.

How do I travel from Washington, DC to San Francisco Airport (SFO) without a car?

The best way to get from Washington, DC to San Francisco Airport (SFO) without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 22h and costs $195.65 - $1413.04 .

How long does it take to get from Washington, DC to San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

It takes approximately 7h 20m to get from Washington, DC to San Francisco Airport (SFO), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Washington, DC to San Francisco Airport (SFO) bus from?

Washington, DC to San Francisco Airport (SFO) bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Washington Union Station.

Where do I catch the Washington, DC to San Francisco Airport (SFO) train from?

Washington, DC to San Francisco Airport (SFO) train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Washington Union Station.

Bus or fly from Washington, DC to San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

The best way to get from Washington, DC to San Francisco Airport (SFO) is to bus which takes 2 days 22h and costs $195.65 - $1413.04 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $130.43 - $282.61 and takes 7h 42m.

Where does the Washington, DC to San Francisco Airport (SFO) bus arrive?

Washington, DC to San Francisco Airport (SFO) bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Baltimore Downtown Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Washington, DC and San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

San Francisco Airport (SFO) is 3h behind Washington, DC. It is currently 06:08 in Washington, DC and 03:08 in San Francisco Airport (SFO).

Where does the Washington, DC to San Francisco Airport (SFO) train arrive?

Washington, DC to San Francisco Airport (SFO) train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Washington, DC to San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington, DC to San Francisco Airport (SFO) is 4544 km. It takes approximately 44h 10m to drive from Washington, DC to San Francisco Airport (SFO).

Where can I stay near San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

There are 787+ hotels available in San Francisco Airport (SFO). Prices start at $54.04 per night.
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