Oakdale to Ridgecrest: Road Trip Guide & Distance

230 miles 370.1 km · straight line
287.4 miles estimated 462.6 km · driving distance
5h 47min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
129° SE bearing direction

How far is Oakdale from Ridgecrest?

The distance from Oakdale to Ridgecrest is 230 miles (370.1 km) as the crow flies. Ridgecrest is located SE of Oakdale. By car, the driving distance is approximately 287.4 miles, taking about 5h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Oakdale and Ridgecrest. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Oakdale to Ridgecrest

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 47min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 56min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 30min $34–$101* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Oakdale & Ridgecrest

Quick Facts

Oakdale
37.77°N, 120.85°W
America/Los_Angeles
48m elevation
Ridgecrest
35.62°N, 117.67°W
America/Los_Angeles
698m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 77 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 108.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients