Benicia to Oakland: Road Trip Guide & Distance

18 miles 29 km · straight line
29.5 miles actual route 47.5 km · driving distance
38min estimated drive time
$3 - $3 estimated fuel cost
~32min flight time · usually no direct flights
200° SSW bearing direction

How far is Benicia from Oakland?

The distance from Benicia to Oakland is 18 miles (29 km) as the crow flies. Oakland is located SSW of Benicia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 29.5 miles, taking about 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Benicia 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.

How to Get from Benicia to Oakland

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 38min $3 - $3 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Benicia & Oakland

Quick Facts

Benicia
38.05°N, 122.16°W
America/Los_Angeles
8m elevation
Oakland
37.80°N, 122.27°W
America/Los_Angeles
13m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 6 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM