How far is Oxnard, CA from Anaheim, CA?

The driving distance from Oxnard, CA to Anaheim, CA is about 89.2 miles (143.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 41m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 76.5 miles (123.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 23m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
89.19 mi
01h 41m
Flight
76.52 mi
123.14 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
76.52 mi
Kilometers
123.14 km
Flight Time
00h 09m

Driving Distance

Road route
89.19 mi
Kilometers
143.54 km
Drive Time
01h 41m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 41m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Anaheim
Wed, Apr 22, 4:42 PM PDT
Return by in Oxnard
Wed, Apr 22, 6:24 PM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Oxnard
2026-04-22T15:01
Arrive Anaheim
Wed, Apr 22, 4:42 PM PDT
Route Timing
01h 41m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:42 AM to 11:42 AM PDT

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

Leave by
3:06 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Oxnard
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
Van Nuys
CA

Located in the central San Fernando Valley, this Los Angeles neighborhood is a densely populated area.

From Oxnard
43.4 mi
00h 50m
To Anaheim
45.8 mi
00h 50m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
66°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
10 to 20 mph WNW
Destination
71°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph W

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Oxnard and Anaheim.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Oxnard and Anaheim.

  1. 1

    Start on East 5th Street

    2 mi · 4 min · East 5th Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto South Rice Avenue

    1.8 mi · 2 min · South Rice Avenue

  3. 3

    Take the exit right toward US 101 South: Hwy 101 - Camarillo/Los Angeles

    1171 ft · 31 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left onto Ventura Freeway

    45.9 mi · 53 min · Ventura Freeway

  5. 5

    Keep slight right to continue on Route 101

    1 km · 44 sec · Route 101

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto Hollywood Freeway

    10.3 mi · 14 min · Hollywood Freeway

  7. 7

    Continue on Santa Ana Freeway

    24.4 mi · 29 min · Santa Ana Freeway

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward Lincoln Avenue

    2410 ft · 33 sec

  9. 9

    Turn left onto West Lincoln Avenue

    1.3 mi · 4 min · West Lincoln Avenue

  10. 10

    Turn right onto South Anaheim Boulevard

    113 m · 14 sec · South Anaheim Boulevard

  11. 11

    Turn right

    61 m · 15 sec

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Oxnard and Anaheim.

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
12 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
13.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Ventura Freeway
45.9 mi · 51%
Santa Ana Freeway
24.4 mi · 27%
Hollywood Freeway
10.3 mi · 12%
East 5th Street
2 mi · 2%
South Rice Avenue
1.75 mi · 2%
West Lincoln Avenue
1.27 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Ventura Freeway

Merge slight left onto Ventura Freeway

45.9 mi · 00h 53m

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 41m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 24m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+12.7 mi
76.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Van Nuys
00h 50m from Oxnard
Leave By
3:06 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Oxnard and Mostly Sunny near Anaheim.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Oxnard to Anaheim?

The road trip is about 89.2 miles (143.5 km) and usually takes 01h 41m 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?

Van Nuys is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.4 miles from Oxnard and 45.8 miles from Anaheim.

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

The direct path is about 76.5 miles (123.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.7 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 3:06 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.17 one way or $36.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Oxnard and Mostly Sunny near Anaheim.

Stop Ideas Near Van Nuys

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 Van Nuys and the surrounding midpoint area.
The Beverly Hilton
Stay option 8.1 mi away

The Beverly Hilton

Beverly Hills , CA
9876 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90210, United States
Rating 4.4/5 2,769 reviews Hotel
City of Beverly Hills Parking Lot
Scenic stop 8.2 mi away

City of Beverly Hills Parking Lot

Beverly Hills , CA
9351 Civic Center Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210, United States
Rating 5.0/5 1 reviews Parking lot
Calabasas City Hall
Meeting point 9 mi away

Calabasas City Hall

Calabasas , CA
100 Civic Center Way, Calabasas, CA 91302, United States
Rating 4.5/5 4 reviews City government office
Platinum Banquet Hall
Nearby stop 4.9 mi away

Platinum Banquet Hall

Panorama City , CA
8704 Van Nuys Blvd, Panorama City, CA 91402, United States
Rating 4.3/5 50 reviews Banquet hall,Event venue,Wedding venue

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Van Nuys.

Transit stop coverage is not ready for this midpoint yet.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Oxnard and Anaheim. Straight-line distance: 76.52 mi (123.14 km).

Oxnard

#1 Oxnard

The second most populous city in Ventura County, California.

Population207,945
Coordinates34.1975000, -119.1770500
Altitude16
CountryUnited States
Anaheim

#2 Anaheim

The second most populous city in Orange County, California and the center of the Anaheim metropolitan area.

Population353,676
Coordinates33.8352900, -117.9145000
Altitude48
CountryUnited States
Start: East 5th Street (-119.177047, 34.197673)
End: (-117.914539, 33.835404)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 144 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 58m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 13m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 47m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 29m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 16m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 06m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.15 gal
11.91 L · about $18.17
Round trip
$36.34
6.3 gal · 23.82 L
Estimated CO2
28 kg one way
Round trip: 56 kg / 123 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.77 $18.17 $36.34
Mid-grade $6.07 $19.11 $38.22
Premium $6.24 $19.67 $39.33
Diesel $7.57 $23.84 $47.67

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 22, 2026

There is no time difference between Oxnard and Anaheim. The current time is 15:01:05.

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