Los Angeles to Oakland: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Los Angeles from Oakland?
The distance from Los Angeles to Oakland is 343.4 miles (552.7 km) as the crow flies. Oakland is located NW of Los Angeles. By car, the driving distance is approximately 370.3 miles, taking about 6h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 11min. 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Oakland
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 114 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 29 hours
- You could travel this distance about 72.5 times to circle the Earth's equator