Oakland to Ridgecrest: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Oakland from Ridgecrest?

The distance from Oakland to Ridgecrest is 296 miles (476.4 km) as the crow flies. Ridgecrest is located ESE of Oakland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 383 miles, taking about 7h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Oakland and Ridgecrest. 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.