Northridge to Oakland: Road Trip Guide & Distance

323.4 miles 520.4 km · straight line
356 miles actual route 572.9 km · driving distance
6h 36min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 9min flight time
321° NW bearing direction

How far is Northridge from Oakland?

The distance from Northridge to Oakland is 323.4 miles (520.4 km) as the crow flies. Oakland is located NW of Northridge. By car, the driving distance is approximately 356 miles, taking about 6h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 9min. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Northridge 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 Northridge to Oakland

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 36min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 9min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 55min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 16min $43–$125* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Northridge & Oakland

Quick Facts

Northridge
34.23°N, 118.54°W
America/Los_Angeles
246m 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 108 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 27 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 77 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM