Boise to Oakland: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Boise from Oakland?
The distance from Boise to Oakland is 511.8 miles (823.6 km) as the crow flies. Oakland is located SW of Boise. By car, the driving distance is approximately 633.6 miles, taking about 11h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 32min. Both are located in United States — Boise in Idaho 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.
Coordinates come from public place data for Boise 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.
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 171 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 43 hours
- You could travel this distance about 48.7 times to circle the Earth's equator