Oakland to Sacramento: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Oakland from Sacramento?

The distance from Oakland to Sacramento is 68.3 miles (109.9 km) as the crow flies. Sacramento is located NE of Oakland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 81.1 miles, taking about 1h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. 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 Sacramento. 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.