Oakland to Palo Alto: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Oakland from Palo Alto?

The distance from Oakland to Palo Alto is 26 miles (41.9 km) as the crow flies. Palo Alto is located SSE of Oakland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 34 miles, taking about 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Oakland and Palo Alto. 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.