Oakland to Ventura: Road Trip Guide & Distance

295 miles 474.7 km · straight line
344.3 miles actual route 554.1 km · driving distance
6h 48min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 6min flight time
145° SE bearing direction

How far is Oakland from Ventura?

The distance from Oakland to Ventura is 295 miles (474.7 km) as the crow flies. Ventura is located SE of Oakland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 344.3 miles, taking about 6h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. 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 Ventura. 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 Ventura

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 48min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 6min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 10min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 28min $41–$121* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Oakland & Ventura

Quick Facts

Oakland
37.80°N, 122.27°W
America/Los_Angeles
13m elevation
Ventura
34.28°N, 119.29°W
America/Los_Angeles
11m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 98 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 25 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 84.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM