Oakland to Redding: Road Trip Guide & Distance

192.3 miles 309.5 km · straight line
210.1 miles actual route 338.1 km · driving distance
3h 54min estimated drive time
$20 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
358° N bearing direction

How far is Oakland from Redding?

The distance from Oakland to Redding is 192.3 miles (309.5 km) as the crow flies. Redding is located N of Oakland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 210.1 miles, taking about 3h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. 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. 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 Redding. 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 Redding

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 54min $20 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 41min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~3h 42min $25–$74* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Oakland & Redding

Quick Facts

Oakland
37.80°N, 122.27°W
America/Los_Angeles
13m elevation
Redding
40.59°N, 122.39°W
America/Los_Angeles
172m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 64 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 129.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM