Medford to Oakland: Road Trip Guide & Distance

314.1 miles 505.5 km · straight line
356 miles actual route 572.9 km · driving distance
6h 45min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 8min flight time
174° S bearing direction

How far is Medford from Oakland?

The distance from Medford to Oakland is 314.1 miles (505.5 km) as the crow flies. Oakland is located S of Medford. By car, the driving distance is approximately 356 miles, taking about 6h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Both are located in United States — Medford in Oregon and Oakland in California.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Medford 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 Medford to Oakland

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 45min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 8min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 6min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 25min $43–$125* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Medford
42.33°N, 122.88°W
America/Los_Angeles
421m 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 105 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 26 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 79.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM