How far is Oakland, CA from Prunedale, CA?
The driving distance from Oakland, CA to Prunedale, CA is about 91.3 miles (146.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 78.4 miles (126.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 34m 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 47m.
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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Chance Light Rain
Slight Chance Light Rain then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Oakland and Prunedale.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oakland and Prunedale.
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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
3.5 mi · 4 min · El Camino Real
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Turn right
13 m · 3 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 Prunedale.
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.
Chance Light Rain leaving Oakland and Slight Chance Light Rain then Partly Sunny near Prunedale.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Oakland to Prunedale?
The road trip is about 91.3 miles (146.9 km) and usually takes 01h 47m 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 45.7 miles from Oakland and 45.6 miles from Prunedale.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 78.4 miles (126.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.9 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 2:56 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.58 one way or $37.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Oakland and Slight Chance Light Rain then Partly Sunny near Prunedale.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Oakland and Prunedale. Straight-line distance: 78.37 mi (126.13 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 Prunedale
Census-designated place in Monterey County, California
| Population | 17,560 |
| Coordinates | 36.7757900, -121.6696700 |
| Altitude | 28 |
| Country | United States |
End: Prunedale (-121.66967, 36.77579)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 147 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 08m |
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 | $18.58 | $37.15 |
| Mid-grade | $6.07 | $19.53 | $39.07 |
| Premium | $6.24 | $20.10 | $40.20 |
| Diesel | $7.57 | $24.37 | $48.73 |
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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