Black Canyon of the Gunnison to Oakland: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Black Canyon of the Gunnison from Oakland?
The distance from Black Canyon of the Gunnison to Oakland is 790 miles (1271.4 km) as the crow flies. Oakland is located W of Black Canyon of the Gunnison. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1089.4 miles, taking about 19h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 5min. Both are located in United States — Black Canyon of the Gunnison in Colorado 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 Black Canyon of the Gunnison 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 Black Canyon of the Gunnison to Oakland
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 263 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 66 hours
- You could travel this distance about 31.5 times to circle the Earth's equator