Bismarck to Oakland: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bismarck from Oakland?

The distance from Bismarck to Oakland is 1256 miles (2021.3 km) as the crow flies. Oakland is located WSW of Bismarck. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1578.3 miles, taking about 27h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 2min. Both are located in United States — Bismarck in North Dakota 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 Bismarck 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.