How far is Palo Alto, CA from Oakland, CA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Palo Alto and Oakland is 26 miles (41.85 km).
Flight distance from Palo Alto, CA to Oakland, CA is 26 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 04 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Palo Alto, California to Oakland, California is: 35.11 miles (56.51 km) by car.
Driving from Palo Alto to Oakland will take approximately 00 hours 44 minutes.
#1 Palo Alto
The most populous city in Santa Clara County, California. It is located in the San Francisco Bay Area in northern California. Palo Alto is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as Stanford University campus and the Computer History Museum.
| Population | 67008 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 37°26'31"N 122°8'35"W |
| Latitude | 37.4418800 |
| Longitude | -122.1430200 |
| Altitude | 9 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Oakland
The third most populous city in California, Oakland is a major center for business, manufacturing, and culture. The city is home to the Oakland International Airport, the Oakland Raiders, and the Golden State Warriors. Oakland is also home to a number of universities, such as the University of California, Berkeley and the Mills College.
| Population | 424891 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 37°48'16"N 122°16'15"W |
| Latitude | 37.8043700 |
| Longitude | -122.2708000 |
| Altitude | 13 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Oakland: 14th Street (-122.270903,37.804207)
Estimated Travel Time Between Palo Alto and Oakland
The distance between Palo Alto and Oakland is 57 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 37 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Palo Alto and Oakland. The current time is 23:06:01.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 10 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 52 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 42 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 35 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 30 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 28 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 26 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 4.69 liters (1.24 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Palo Alto and Oakland.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Palo Alto to Oakland is $6.64 (diesel $7.68).
California gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $5.36 | $5.59 | $5.74 | $6.2 |
| Total | $6.64 | $6.93 | $7.12 | $7.68 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in California ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $5.355 (Diesel $6.196) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 18, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Palo Alto and Oakland (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
