How far is Elkhorn, CA from Oakland, CA?
The driving distance from Elkhorn, CA to Oakland, CA is about 94.6 miles (152.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 73.7 miles (118.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 30m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 45m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in South San Jose
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Elkhorn and Oakland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elkhorn and Oakland.
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Start on Elkhorn Road
1.4 mi · 3 min · Elkhorn Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Walker Valley Road
1.1 km · 2 min · Walker Valley Road
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Continue on Walker Valley Road
1 km · 2 min · Walker Valley Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Paradise Road
2590 ft · 1 min · Paradise Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Castroville Boulevard
1.7 mi · 2 min · Castroville Boulevard
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At the end of the road, turn right onto San Miguel Canyon Road
1.1 km · 1 min · San Miguel Canyon Road
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Take the ramp straight
1879 ft · 52 sec
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Merge slight left onto El Camino Real
12.6 mi · 14 min · El Camino Real
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Continue on South Valley Freeway
26.3 mi · 30 min · South Valley Freeway
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Keep slight left
12.2 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 880 North: Oakland
1188 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left onto Nimitz Freeway
7.3 mi · 8 min · Nimitz Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on Nimitz Freeway
12.6 mi · 15 min · Nimitz Freeway
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Keep slight left
17 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Oak Street, Lakeside Drive
1226 ft · 33 sec
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Turn right onto Oak Street
1685 ft · 49 sec · Oak Street
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Turn left onto 12th Street
1523 ft · 46 sec · 12th Street
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Turn right onto Harrison Street
559 ft · 25 sec · Harrison Street
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Turn left onto 14th Street
1058 ft · 49 sec · 14th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 14th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Elkhorn and Oakland.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
South Valley Freeway
Continue on South Valley Freeway
26.3 mi · 00h 30m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Elkhorn and Sunny near Oakland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Elkhorn to Oakland?
The road trip is about 94.6 miles (152.2 km) and usually takes 01h 45m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Seven Trees is a useful midpoint, sitting about 47.7 miles from Elkhorn and 46.9 miles from Oakland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 73.7 miles (118.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:00 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.91 one way or $41.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Elkhorn and Sunny near Oakland.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Elkhorn and Oakland. Straight-line distance: 73.71 mi (118.63 km).
#1 Elkhorn
Located in Monterey County at an elevation of 10 feet, this unincorporated community sits adjacent to a major estuary on Monterey Bay along the central California coast.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 36.8244000, -121.7405000 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Oakland
The third most populous city in California, Oakland is a major center for business, manufacturing, and culture.
| Population | 424,891 |
| Coordinates | 37.8043700, -122.2708000 |
| Altitude | 13 |
| Country | United States |
End: 14th Street (-122.270903, 37.804207)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 152 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 10m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $6.26 | $20.91 | $41.82 |
| Mid-grade | $6.50 | $21.71 | $43.41 |
| Premium | $6.69 | $22.34 | $44.68 |
| Diesel | $8.41 | $28.10 | $56.20 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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