How to travel from San Francisco to Nashville, United States of America

The distance between San Francisco and Nashville is around 1,980 miles (3,186km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 5hrs.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from San Francisco to Nashville by plane, subway, bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out NashvilleSan Francisco if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Oakland (OAK) to Nashville (BNA).

  • Duration5hrs
  • Flight time4h 10m
  • Typical cost
    $335
Operated by

Southwest Airlines

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2 similiar routes

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Bus

Take the bus to Las Vegas Downtown then St Louis and then to Nashville.

  • Duration2 days 4h
  • Departs6 times a week
  • Typical cost
    $300
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Chicago Union Station and then to Carbondale then take the bus to Nashville.

  • Duration2 days 13h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    $360
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Nashville.

  • Duration1 day 12h
  • Distance2,299 miles (3,700km)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between San Francisco and Nashville

There are several options for getting from San Francisco to Nashville by plane, subway, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around $300 and will take around 2 days 4h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 5hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $335.

The distance between San Francisco and Nashville is around 1,980 miles (3,186km).

It takes around 5hrs to get from San Francisco and Nashville by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 12h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from San Francisco to Nashville is to fly which takes around 5hrs and will set you back approx $335.

The cheapest way to travel between San Francisco and Nashville, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around $300 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between San Francisco and Nashville. We recommend that you fly from Oakland (OAK) to Nashville (BNA). instead which will take 5hrs.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from San Francisco and Nashville. It typically takes around 2 days 4h and departs 6 times a week.

There are no direct bus services that runs from San Francisco to Nashville. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Las Vegas Downtown, NB Main after Fremont and St Louis. These services run 6 times a week and will take a minimum of 2 days 4h.

Flixbus USA and Greyhound USA run regular bus services between San Francisco and Nashville. Buses run 6 times a week and take around 2 days 4h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from San Francisco and Nashville. Flights depart from Oakland (OAK) and arrive at Nashville (BNA). The flight takes around 4h 10m.

Yes there is a direct flight between San Francisco and Nashville with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 4h 10m.

Southwest Airlines, Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines fly between San Francisco and Nashville. Flights depart from Oakland (OAK) and and arrive into Nashville (BNA). These flights usually take around 4h 10m.

The flight from San Francisco to Nashville typically takes around 4h 10m. Flights depart from Oakland (OAK) and and arrive into Nashville (BNA).

The closest major airport to Nashville is Nashville International Airport (BNA) (BNA) which is approximately 10km (6 miles) from Nashville. Huntsville International Airport (HSV) (HSV) and Northwest Alabama Regional Airport (MSL) (MSL) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from San Francisco and Nashville. The distance is around 2,299 miles (3,700km) by road and it will take around 1 day 12h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from San Francisco to Nashville is to fly which takes, on average, 5hrs and will usually cost around $335.

How do I get from San Francisco to Nashville

Compare travel optionsbetween San Francisco and Nashville

Transport options from San Francisco to Nashville
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 2 similar
5hrs
$335
hourly3,186km (1,980 miles)
Fly to Nashville (BNA)5h 10m
$560
hourly3,199km (1,988 miles)
Train and Plane6h 45m
$335
hourly3,447km (2,142 miles)
Bus
2 days 4h
$300
6 times a week4,078km (2,534 miles)
Train and Bus
2 days 13h
$360
once daily4,721km (2,933 miles)
Drive
1 day 12h
$225
on demand3,700km (2,299 miles)

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Airports near Nashville

The following major airports near Nashville offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United States of America and internationally.

BNA
Nashville International Airport (BNA)
International Airport
Distance
6 miles (10km) from Nashville
HSV
Huntsville International Airport (HSV)
International Airport
Distance
105 miles (168km) from Nashville
MSL
Northwest Alabama Regional Airport (MSL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
109 miles (175km) from Nashville