Merced to Oakland: Road Trip Guide & Distance

103.9 miles 167.2 km · straight line
119.1 miles actual route 191.7 km · driving distance
2h 22min estimated drive time
$11 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
290° WNW bearing direction

How far is Merced from Oakland?

The distance from Merced to Oakland is 103.9 miles (167.2 km) as the crow flies. Oakland is located WNW of Merced. By car, the driving distance is approximately 119.1 miles, taking about 2h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. 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 Merced 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 Merced to Oakland

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 22min $11 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 50min $10–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 15min $14–$42* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Merced & Oakland

Quick Facts

Merced
37.30°N, 120.48°W
America/Los_Angeles
52m 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 35 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 239.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM