How far is Salinas, CA from Oakland, CA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Salinas and Oakland is 84.88 miles (136.6 km).
Flight distance from Salinas, CA to Oakland, CA is 84.88 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 11 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 10 minutes to travel from Salinas to Oakland with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Salinas, California to Oakland, California is: 98.45 miles (158.44 km) by car.
Driving from Salinas to Oakland will take approximately 01 hours 37 minutes.
#1 Salinas
The largest city in Monterey County, California. It is located on the Monterey Bay in central California. Salinas is known for its many agriculture-related businesses, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Steinbeck Center and the Salinas Valley State Park.
| Population | 154868 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 36°40'40"N 121°39'20"W |
| Latitude | 36.6777400 |
| Longitude | -121.6555000 |
| Altitude | 16 |
| 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 Salinas and Oakland
The distance between Salinas and Oakland is 158 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 45 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 Salinas and Oakland. The current time is 02:54:58.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 16 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 27 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 58 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 38 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 24 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 18 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 13 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 13.15 liters (3.47 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Salinas and Oakland.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Salinas to Oakland is $18.6 (diesel $21.53).
California gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $5.36 | $5.59 | $5.74 | $6.2 |
| Total | $18.6 | $19.43 | $19.95 | $21.53 |
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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 16, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Salinas and Oakland (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
