Mammoth Lakes to Oakland: Road Trip Guide & Distance

180.6 miles 290.7 km · straight line
247.6 miles actual route 398.4 km · driving distance
6h 0min estimated drive time
$24 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~52min flight time
274° W bearing direction

How far is Mammoth Lakes from Oakland?

The distance from Mammoth Lakes to Oakland is 180.6 miles (290.7 km) as the crow flies. Oakland is located W of Mammoth Lakes. By car, the driving distance is approximately 247.6 miles, taking about 6h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 52min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Mammoth Lakes 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 Mammoth Lakes to Oakland

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 0min $24 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 12min $20–$37* Budget
Train ~5h 42min $30–$87* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Mammoth Lakes & Oakland

Quick Facts

Mammoth Lakes
37.65°N, 118.97°W
America/Los_Angeles
2400m 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 60 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 137.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM