Oakland to Redwood: Road Trip Guide & Distance

253 miles 407.1 km · straight line
329.3 miles actual route 530 km · driving distance
7h 21min estimated drive time
$32 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
339° NNW bearing direction

How far is Oakland from Redwood?

The distance from Oakland to Redwood is 253 miles (407.1 km) as the crow flies. Redwood is located NNW of Oakland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 329.3 miles, taking about 7h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. 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 Oakland and Redwood. 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 Redwood

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 21min $32 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 49min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~6h 59min $40–$115* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Oakland & Redwood

Quick Facts

Oakland
37.80°N, 122.27°W
America/Los_Angeles
13m elevation
Redwood
41.21°N, 124.00°W
America/Los_Angeles
40m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 84 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 98.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM