Moving from San Francisco, CA to Long Beach, CA
Your Complete Guide
473
Miles
8.6 hrs
Drive Time
I-5 South / I-40 East
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
San Francisco, CA
Long Beach, CA
Cost of Living Index
200
142
Median Home Price
$1,400,000
$700,000
Median 1BR Rent
$3,100/mo
$1,800/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$125
$130
Grocery Index
112
104
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 473-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between San Francisco, CA and Long Beach, CA.
San Jose, CA
The capital of Silicon Valley and one of the wealthiest large cities in America. A diverse tech hub with a growing urban core.
Silicon Valley tech industry, Winchester Mystery House, and diversity
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 473 miles via I-5 South / I-40 East, taking about 8.6 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 2 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.