How far is Oakland, CA from Penngrove, CA?

The driving distance from Oakland, CA to Penngrove, CA is about 47.5 miles (76.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 02m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 40.5 miles (65.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 04m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
47.54 mi
01h 02m
Flight
40.43 mi
65.07 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
40.43 mi
Kilometers
65.07 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
47.54 mi
Kilometers
76.51 km
Drive Time
01h 02m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 02m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Penngrove
Thu, Oct 15, 1:30 PM PDT
Return by in Oakland
Thu, Oct 15, 2:32 PM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Oakland
2026-10-15T12:28
Arrive Penngrove
Thu, Oct 15, 1:30 PM PDT
Route Timing
01h 02m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:02 AM to 11:02 AM PDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:26 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Oakland
9:30 PM PDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Santa Venetia
CA

Census-designated place in Marin County, California

From Oakland
23.7 mi
00h 31m
To Penngrove
23.8 mi
00h 31m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
87°F
Today

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Oct 15 8:00 AM PDT
Wind
3 to 7 mph SSW
Destination
86°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Oct 15 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
7 to 15 mph NNE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Oakland and Penngrove.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Oakland and Penngrove.

  1. 1

    Start on 14th Street

    2014 ft · 1 min · 14th Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Castro Street

    1078 ft · 35 sec · Castro Street

  3. 3

    Take the ramp straight toward I 980 East, CA 24: Walnut Creek, San Francisco, Hayward

    1047 ft · 26 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left onto John B. Williams Freeway

    1975 ft · 26 sec · John B. Williams Freeway

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right toward I 580: San Francisco, Hayward

    1575 ft · 38 sec

  6. 6

    Keep slight left to continue on I 580 West: San Francisco, MacArthur Freeway

    3092 ft · 1 min

  7. 7

    Merge slight left onto MacArthur Freeway

    1.7 mi · 2 min · MacArthur Freeway

  8. 8

    Continue on Eastshore Freeway

    3.3 mi · 4 min · Eastshore Freeway

  9. 9

    Keep slight right to continue on John T. Knox Freeway

    12.9 mi · 17 min · John T. Knox Freeway

  10. 10

    Keep slight left to continue on US 101 North: San Rafeal

    1.1 km · 54 sec

  11. 11

    Merge slight left onto Redwood Highway

    24.7 mi · 29 min · Redwood Highway

  12. 12

    Take the exit slight right toward Old Redwood Highway, Petaluma Boulevard North

    1496 ft · 40 sec

  13. 13

    Turn right onto Redwood Highway North

    1.2 km · 2 min · Redwood Highway North

  14. 14

    Continue on Old Redwood Highway North

    1.3 km · 1 min · Old Redwood Highway North

  15. 15

    Turn right onto Main Street

    1703 ft · 34 sec · Main Street

  16. 16

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Main Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Oakland and Penngrove.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
16 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
3 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
33.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Redwood Highway
24.7 mi · 52%
John T. Knox Freeway
12.9 mi · 27%
Eastshore Freeway
3.34 mi · 7%
MacArthur Freeway
1.73 mi · 4%
Old Redwood Highway North
0.8 mi · 2%
Redwood Highway North
0.72 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

Redwood Highway

Merge slight left onto Redwood Highway

24.7 mi · 00h 29m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 02m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 04m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+7 mi
40.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Santa Venetia
00h 31m from Oakland
Leave By
4:26 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Oakland and Sunny near Penngrove.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Oakland to Penngrove?

The road trip is about 47.5 miles (76.5 km) and usually takes 01h 02m 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?

Santa Venetia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.7 miles from Oakland and 23.8 miles from Penngrove.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 40.5 miles (65.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 7 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 4:26 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.52 one way or $21.04 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Oakland and Sunny near Penngrove.

Stop Ideas Near Santa Venetia

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Santa Venetia and the surrounding midpoint area.
BikeLink : Richmond City Hall
Scenic stop 11.5 mi away

BikeLink : Richmond City Hall

Richmond , CA
450 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond, CA 94804, United States
Rating 4.0/5 32 reviews Parking lot for bicycles
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 4.4 mi away

City Hall Records

San Rafael , CA
101 Glacier Point, San Rafael, CA 94901, United States
Rating 4.4/5 7 reviews Distribution service
El Cerrito City Hall
Meeting point 13.7 mi away

El Cerrito City Hall

El Cerrito , CA
10890 San Pablo Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530, United States
Rating 4.6/5 9 reviews City government office
Old Maple Hall
Nearby stop 11.1 mi away

Old Maple Hall

San Pablo , CA
13831 San Pablo Ave, San Pablo, CA 94806, United States
Rating 4.7/5 48 reviews Community center

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Santa Venetia.

RAIL

Richmond station

17 mi away
1700 Nevin Avenue
BUS

San Francisco (Wharf), California

23 mi away
Beach St. & The Embarcadero
BUS

San Francisco (Financial), California

25 mi away
5 Embarcadero Center
RAIL

Berkeley station

25 mi away
University Ave. and Third St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Oakland and Penngrove. Straight-line distance: 40.43 mi (65.07 km).

Oakland

#1 Oakland

The third most populous city in California, Oakland is a major center for business, manufacturing, and culture.

Population424,891
Coordinates37.8043700, -122.2708000
Altitude13
CountryUnited States
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#2 Penngrove

Situated at the foot of Sonoma Mountain in Sonoma County at an elevation of 85 feet, this census-designated place lies between the cities of Petaluma and Cotati.

Population0
Coordinates38.2996400, -122.6666500
Altitude26
CountryUnited States
Start: Oakland (-122.2708, 37.80437)
End: Penngrove (-122.66665, 38.29964)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 77 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 35m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 11m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 57m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 47m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 40m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 35m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.68 gal
6.35 L · about $10.52
Round trip
$21.04
3.36 gal · 12.7 L
Estimated CO2
14.9 kg one way
Round trip: 29.9 kg / 66 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $6.26 $10.52 $21.04
Mid-grade $6.50 $10.92 $21.84
Premium $6.69 $11.24 $22.48
Diesel $8.41 $14.13 $28.27

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 · Oct 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Oakland and Penngrove. The current time is 12:28:07.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.