How far is Santa Barbara, CA from Oakland, CA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Santa Barbara and Oakland is 274.33 miles (441.49 km).
Flight distance from Santa Barbara, CA to Oakland, CA is 274.33 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 38 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 34 minutes to travel from Santa Barbara to Oakland with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Santa Barbara, California to Oakland, California is: 318.75 miles (512.98 km) by car.
Driving from Santa Barbara to Oakland will take approximately 05 hours 02 minutes.
#1 Santa Barbara
The most populous city in Santa Barbara County, California. It is located on the coast of the Santa Barbara Channel in southern California. Santa Barbara is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Santa Barbara Museum of Art and the Santa Barbara Zoo.
| Population | 90254 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 34°25'15"N 119°41'53"W |
| Latitude | 34.4208300 |
| Longitude | -119.6981900 |
| Altitude | 15 |
| 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 Santa Barbara and Oakland
The distance between Santa Barbara and Oakland is 513 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 05 hours 41 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 Santa Barbara and Oakland. The current time is 13:18:35.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10 hours 37 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07 hours 58 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06 hours 22 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05 hours 18 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04 hours 33 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 04 hours 15 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 03 hours 58 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 42.58 liters (11.25 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Santa Barbara and Oakland.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Santa Barbara to Oakland is $60.23 (diesel $69.69).
California gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $5.36 | $5.59 | $5.74 | $6.2 |
| Total | $60.23 | $62.9 | $64.6 | $69.69 |
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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 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Santa Barbara and Oakland (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
