Oakland to Sylmar: Road Trip Guide & Distance

322.3 miles 518.7 km · straight line
349.7 miles actual route 562.8 km · driving distance
6h 26min estimated drive time
$34 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 9min flight time
137° SE bearing direction

How far is Oakland from Sylmar?

The distance from Oakland to Sylmar is 322.3 miles (518.7 km) as the crow flies. Sylmar is located SE of Oakland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 349.7 miles, taking about 6h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 9min. 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. 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 Sylmar. 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 Sylmar

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 26min $34 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 9min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 43min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 7min $42–$122* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Oakland
37.80°N, 122.27°W
America/Los_Angeles
13m elevation
Sylmar
34.31°N, 118.45°W
America/Los_Angeles
382m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 107 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 27 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 77.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM