East Palo Alto to Oakland: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is East Palo Alto from Oakland?

The distance from East Palo Alto to Oakland is 24.2 miles (39 km) as the crow flies. Oakland is located NNW of East Palo Alto. By car, the driving distance is approximately 31.1 miles, taking about 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. 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 East Palo Alto 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.