Lincoln, California to Oakland: Road Trip Guide & Distance

92 miles 148 km · straight line
109.6 miles actual route 176.4 km · driving distance
2h 12min estimated drive time
$11 - $13 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
216° SW bearing direction

How far is Lincoln, California from Oakland?

The distance from Lincoln, California to Oakland is 92 miles (148 km) as the crow flies. Oakland is located SW of Lincoln, California. By car, the driving distance is approximately 109.6 miles, taking about 2h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Lincoln, California 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 Lincoln, California to Oakland

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 12min $11 - $13 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 38min $9–$16* Budget
Train ~2h 5min $13–$38* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lincoln, California & Oakland

Quick Facts

Lincoln, California
38.89°N, 121.29°W
America/Los_Angeles
51m 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 31 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 270.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM