Moving from San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Your Complete Guide
491
Miles
8.9 hrs
Drive Time
I-5 South / I-40 East
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
San Francisco, CA
Santa Ana, CA
Cost of Living Index
200
145
Median Home Price
$1,400,000
$700,000
Median 1BR Rent
$3,100/mo
$2,000/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$125
$132
Grocery Index
112
104
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 491-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between San Francisco, CA and Santa Ana, 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 491 miles via I-5 South / I-40 East, taking about 8.9 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 2 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.