Amarillo to Oakland: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Amarillo from Oakland?

The distance from Amarillo to Oakland is 1146.6 miles (1845.3 km) as the crow flies. Oakland is located WNW of Amarillo. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1360 miles, taking about 23h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 48min. Both are located in United States — Amarillo in Texas 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 Amarillo 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.