Modesto to Oakland: Road Trip Guide & Distance

70.6 miles 113.6 km · straight line
80.8 miles actual route 130.1 km · driving distance
1h 37min estimated drive time
$8 - $10 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
280° W bearing direction

How far is Modesto from Oakland?

The distance from Modesto to Oakland is 70.6 miles (113.6 km) as the crow flies. Oakland is located W of Modesto. By car, the driving distance is approximately 80.8 miles, taking about 1h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. 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 Modesto 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 Modesto to Oakland

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 37min $8 - $10 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 56min $6–$12* Budget
Train ~1h 32min $10–$28* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Modesto & Oakland

Quick Facts

Modesto
37.64°N, 121.00°W
America/Los_Angeles
28m 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 24 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 352.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM