Gallup to Oakdale: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Gallup from Oakdale?

The distance from Gallup to Oakdale is 688 miles (1107.3 km) as the crow flies. Oakdale is located WNW of Gallup. By car, the driving distance is approximately 825.7 miles, taking about 16h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 53min. Both are located in United States — Gallup in New Mexico and Oakdale 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 Gallup and Oakdale. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.