How far is Oakland, CA from Marina, CA?
The driving distance from Oakland, CA to Marina, CA is about 102.1 miles (164.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 81.6 miles (131.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 03m 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
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 01m.
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
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Fog then Sunny
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Oakland and Marina.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oakland and Marina.
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Start on 14th Street
1058 ft · 53 sec · 14th Street
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Turn right onto Harrison Street
842 ft · 35 sec · Harrison Street
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Turn left onto 11th Street
1141 ft · 26 sec · 11th Street
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Turn right onto Madison Street
1673 ft · 49 sec · Madison Street
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Turn left onto 5th Street
116 m · 9 sec · 5th Street
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Take the ramp straight toward I 880 South: San Jose
1146 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left onto Nimitz Freeway
9.9 mi · 12 min · Nimitz Freeway
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Keep slight left
5.6 mi · 6 min
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Keep slight left
2.4 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight left
19.2 mi · 22 min
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Take the exit right toward US 101 South: Los Angeles
758 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left onto Bayshore Freeway
38.6 mi · 45 min · Bayshore Freeway
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Continue on El Camino Real
10 mi · 11 min · El Camino Real
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Take the exit slight right
1.2 km · 50 sec
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Merge slight left onto El Camino Real
2.3 mi · 3 min · El Camino Real
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Take the exit slight right toward CA 156 West: Castroville
1008 ft · 16 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on CA 156 West
1373 ft · 21 sec
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Merge slight left
10.1 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Reservation Road
1325 ft · 41 sec
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Turn left onto Reservation Road
1501 ft · 26 sec · Reservation Road
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Continue on Reservation Road
1056 ft · 18 sec · Reservation Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Reservation Road
27 m · 2 sec · Reservation Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Reservation Road
727 ft · 12 sec · Reservation Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Reservation Road
35 m · 2 sec · Reservation Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Reservation Road
1116 ft · 23 sec · Reservation Road
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Turn right onto Del Monte Boulevard
1437 ft · 29 sec · Del Monte Boulevard
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Turn slight left
37 m · 6 sec
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Turn left onto Carmel Avenue
59 m · 10 sec · Carmel Avenue
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Turn left
31 m · 7 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Oakland and Marina.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Bayshore Freeway
Merge slight left onto Bayshore Freeway
38.6 mi · 00h 45m
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 Mostly Sunny near Marina.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Oakland to Marina?
The road trip is about 102.1 miles (164.3 km) and usually takes 02h 01m 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 51.1 miles from Oakland and 51 miles from Marina.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 81.6 miles (131.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.5 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 2:26 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.77 one way or $41.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Sunny around Oakland and Mostly Sunny near Marina.
Stop Ideas Near Seven Trees
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City Hall Garage
City of Santa Clara
San José City Hall
Old San José City Hall Cornerstone
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Seven Trees.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Oakland and Marina. Straight-line distance: 81.56 mi (131.26 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 Marina
City in Monterey County, California, United States
| Population | 21,836 |
| Coordinates | 36.6844000, -121.8021700 |
| Altitude | 13 |
| Country | United States |
End: Marina (-121.80217, 36.6844)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 164 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 16m |
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 | $5.77 | $20.77 | $41.54 |
| Mid-grade | $6.07 | $21.84 | $43.68 |
| Premium | $6.24 | $22.47 | $44.95 |
| Diesel | $7.57 | $27.24 | $54.48 |
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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