How far is Oakland, CA from King City, CA?
The driving distance from Oakland, CA to King City, CA is about 145.6 miles (234.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 126.8 miles (204.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 44m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 52m.
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.
A city in Santa Clara County, California.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Fog then Sunny
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Oakland and King City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oakland and King City.
-
1
Start on 14th Street
1058 ft · 53 sec · 14th Street
-
2
Turn right onto Harrison Street
842 ft · 35 sec · Harrison Street
-
3
Turn left onto 11th Street
1141 ft · 26 sec · 11th Street
-
4
Turn right onto Madison Street
1673 ft · 49 sec · Madison Street
-
5
Turn left onto 5th Street
116 m · 9 sec · 5th Street
-
6
Take the ramp straight toward I 880 South: San Jose
1146 ft · 30 sec
-
7
Merge slight left onto Nimitz Freeway
9.9 mi · 12 min · Nimitz Freeway
-
8
Keep slight left
5.6 mi · 6 min
-
9
Keep slight left
2.4 mi · 3 min
-
10
Keep slight left
19.2 mi · 22 min
-
11
Take the exit right toward US 101 South: Los Angeles
758 ft · 34 sec
-
12
Merge slight left onto Bayshore Freeway
38.6 mi · 45 min · Bayshore Freeway
-
13
Continue on El Camino Real
10 mi · 11 min · El Camino Real
-
14
Take the exit slight right
1.2 km · 50 sec
-
15
Merge slight left onto El Camino Real
56.6 mi · 1 hr 5 min · El Camino Real
-
16
Take the exit slight right toward Canal Street
1094 ft · 36 sec
-
17
Turn sharp left onto Canal Street
875 ft · 29 sec · Canal Street
-
18
Turn right onto Division Street
2643 ft · 2 min · Division Street
-
19
Turn left onto South Third Street
1609 ft · 59 sec · South Third Street
-
20
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Third Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Oakland and King City.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
El Camino Real
Merge slight left onto El Camino Real
56.6 mi · 01h 05m
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.
Patchy Fog then Sunny leaving Oakland and Sunny near King City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Oakland to King City?
The road trip is about 145.6 miles (234.3 km) and usually takes 02h 52m 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?
Gilroy is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.8 miles from Oakland and 72.8 miles from King City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 126.8 miles (204.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.8 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 12:46 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.65 one way or $59.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Sunny around Oakland and Sunny near King City.
Stop Ideas Near Gilroy
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Old City Hall Restaurant
City of Gilroy Recreation Division
Gilroy Community Development
Watsonville Water
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Gilroy.
Gilroy, California
Morgan Hill, California
Prunedale, California
Salinas station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Oakland and King City. Straight-line distance: 126.82 mi (204.09 km).
#1 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 |
#2 King City
City in California, named after its founder, Charles King
| Population | 14,077 |
| Coordinates | 36.2127400, -121.1260300 |
| Altitude | 102 |
| Country | United States |
End: King City (-121.12603, 36.21274)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 234 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 48m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.77 | $29.65 | $59.31 |
| Mid-grade | $6.07 | $31.18 | $62.36 |
| Premium | $6.24 | $32.09 | $64.18 |
| Diesel | $7.57 | $38.89 | $77.79 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in California · Apr 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.