The Golden Gate Bridge is approximately 8,981 feet (about 1.7 miles or 2,737 meters) long in total, including its approaches from abutment to abutment
. The suspension span itself, which includes the main span and side spans, is about 6,450 feet (1.22 miles or 1,966 meters) long
. The longest single span between the two towers measures 4,200 feet (about 0.79 miles or 1,280 meters)
. In summary:
- Total length: ~8,981 feet (1.7 miles, 2,737 meters)
- Suspension span length: ~6,450 feet (1.22 miles, 1,966 meters)
- Longest span between towers: 4,200 feet (0.79 miles, 1,280 meters)
These measurements make the Golden Gate Bridge one of the longest and most iconic suspension bridges in the world
