Alamogordo to Oakland: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Alamogordo from Oakland?

The distance from Alamogordo to Oakland is 978 miles (1574 km) as the crow flies. Oakland is located WNW of Alamogordo. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1195 miles, taking about 21h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 28min. Both are located in United States — Alamogordo in New Mexico and Oakland in California.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Alamogordo and Oakland. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.