Sonoma County, located less than an hour from San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge, features more than 400 wineries and 50-plus miles of stunning Pacific coast.
While you can arrive in Sonoma County from the Bay Area via public transportation, it doesn’t lend itself to going from winery to winery. Here are several ways to travel to Sonoma County.
Wine Flies Free: Under the Alaska Airlines mileage plan, taking along a case of wine is included as part of your free luggage allowance on flights originating from Sonoma County Airport. See complete details on the Alaska Airlines website.
Other nearby airports:
- 75 miles, 1:33 hours north of San Francisco International (SFO)
- 76 miles, 1:30 hours north of Oakland International (OAK)
- 119 miles, 2:06 hours west of Sacramento International (SMF)
Shuttle from SFO and OAK to Sonoma County: Groome Transportation.
Lodging
From lodging properties to transportation services, here are a few traveling tips and recommendations of places to visit in Sonoma County that are ADA accessible. By Maci Martell
Family Fun
If you’re not a commuter to Santa Rosa, Petaluma or one of the other towns along the SMART train route, you might not have had a chance to ride the North Bay’s passenger rail line. But with a dozen stops from the Sonoma County Airport to Larkspur and a handful more planned, there is more…
Experiences
Good news: You can now reduce the impact of your flight to Sonoma County, using carbon offsets! Our local Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport (STS) in Santa Rosa is now is a proud airport member of The Good Traveler, the world’s first aviation-focused carbon offset program. STS guests can buy a carbon offset from…
Transportation
Zinfandel from Sonoma Valley. Sauvignon Blanc from Carneros. Pinot Noir or Chardonnay from Russian River Valley. Cabernet Sauvignon from Alexander Valley. Pinot Grigio from Dry Creek Valley. Merlot from Sonoma Mountain. Each of these can represent fond memories of your Wine Country getaway — not to mention the promise of savoring and enjoying them in…
Sightseeing & Tours
Stretched out on both sides of US Highway 101 on the southern edge of Sonoma County, Petaluma (pop. 57,941) boasts a well-preserved historic city center that has been featured in many Hollywood movies. Once called the ‘Egg Basket of the World’ for its bustling egg industry, it is now a foodie haven, known for its…
Sightseeing & Tours
A vibrant city in the center of rural Sonoma Wine Country, Santa Rosa (pop. 170,685) blends small-town friendliness with urban amenities. Its thriving downtown boasts three distinct shopping districts and five historic residential neighborhoods. By Car Whether you bring your own vehicle or rent a car, driving is a common choice for getting around Santa…
Transportation
Start your Sonoma Wine Country adventure by flying into Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport (STS) in Santa Rosa. Enjoy a hassle-free airport with shorter lines, easy parking and transportation, and welcoming hospitality just north of San Francisco. Flying into STS can mean a more relaxing and enjoyable experience, without the long drive and traffic…
Transportation
Step aboard a sleek SMART train and discover Sonoma County without having to deal with traffic or parking. Energy-efficient, clean diesel, Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit trains have been carrying passengers from the Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport station at the north end of Santa Rosa, south to Larkspur in Marin County (or vice versa),…
Transportation
Have questions about how to best explore Sonoma County’s scenic roads, wineries, and wonders of nature? Find out how to get here and get around with these frequently asked questions. 1. How to get around Sonoma County? Getting around in Sonoma County is typically easiest in a car or other vehicle, because with 1,500 square…
Weddings
The beauty of hosting your wedding in Sonoma Wine Country is that you can find yourself in a somewhat remote location, and getting around often is a scenic part of the plans. With over a million acres available to explore and more than half of those acres being gorgeous open space, you can choose from…
