Boulder to Oakland: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Boulder from Oakland?

The distance from Boulder to Oakland is 925.2 miles (1489 km) as the crow flies. Oakland is located W of Boulder. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1239.8 miles, taking about 21h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 22min. Both are located in United States — Boulder 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 Boulder 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.