Joshua Tree, California (National Park) to Oakland: Road Trip Guide & Distance

448.3 miles 721.4 km · straight line
514.6 miles actual route 828.2 km · driving distance
10h 16min estimated drive time
$50 - $61 estimated fuel cost
~1h 24min flight time
309° NW bearing direction

How far is Joshua Tree, California (National Park) from Oakland?

The distance from Joshua Tree, California (National Park) to Oakland is 448.3 miles (721.4 km) as the crow flies. Oakland is located NW of Joshua Tree, California (National Park). By car, the driving distance is approximately 514.6 miles, taking about 10h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 24min. Both are located in United States.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Joshua Tree, California (National Park) 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 Joshua Tree, California (National Park) to Oakland

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 16min $50 - $61 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 24min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 19min $41–$77* Budget
Train ~9h 45min $62–$180* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Joshua Tree, California (National Park) & Oakland

Quick Facts

Joshua Tree, California (National Park)
33.87°N, 115.90°W
America/Los_Angeles
792m elevation
Oakland
37.80°N, 122.27°W
America/Los_Angeles
13m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 149 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 37 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 55.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM