Oakland to Yosemite: Road Trip Guide & Distance

149.2 miles 240.1 km · straight line
180.4 miles actual route 290.4 km · driving distance
4h 17min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
88° E bearing direction

How far is Oakland from Yosemite?

The distance from Oakland to Yosemite is 149.2 miles (240.1 km) as the crow flies. Yosemite is located E of Oakland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 180.4 miles, taking about 4h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. 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. 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 Yosemite. 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 Yosemite

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 17min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 8min $14–$27* Budget
Train ~4h 4min $22–$63* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Oakland & Yosemite

Quick Facts

Oakland
37.80°N, 122.27°W
America/Los_Angeles
13m elevation
Yosemite
37.87°N, 119.54°W
America/Los_Angeles
1209m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 50 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 166.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM