Oakland to Pinnacles: Road Trip Guide & Distance

108.8 miles 175.1 km · straight line
119.6 miles actual route 192.5 km · driving distance
2h 41min estimated drive time
$12 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
146° SE bearing direction

How far is Oakland from Pinnacles?

The distance from Oakland to Pinnacles is 108.8 miles (175.1 km) as the crow flies. Pinnacles is located SE of Oakland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 119.6 miles, taking about 2h 41min. 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. 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 Pinnacles. 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 Oakland to Pinnacles

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 41min $12 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 13min $10–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 33min $14–$42* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Oakland & Pinnacles

Quick Facts

Oakland
37.80°N, 122.27°W
America/Los_Angeles
13m elevation
Pinnacles
36.49°N, 121.18°W
America/Los_Angeles
1028m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 36 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 228.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM