How far is Santa Cruz, CA from Oakland, CA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Santa Cruz and Oakland is 58.86 miles (94.72 km).
Flight distance from Santa Cruz, CA to Oakland, CA is 58.86 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 08 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 07 minutes to travel from Santa Cruz to Oakland with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Santa Cruz, California to Oakland, California is: 70.28 miles (113.1 km) by car.
Driving from Santa Cruz to Oakland will take approximately 01 hours 15 minutes.
#1 Santa Cruz
The most populous city in Santa Cruz County, California. It is located on the Monterey Bay in central California. Santa Cruz is known for its many beaches, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and the Santa Cruz Mission.
| Population | 64317 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 36°58'27"N 122°1'51"W |
| Latitude | 36.9741200 |
| Longitude | -122.0308000 |
| Altitude | 11 |
| 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 Cruz and Oakland
The distance between Santa Cruz and Oakland is 113 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 15 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 Cruz and Oakland. The current time is 20:31:19.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 20 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 45 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 24 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 10 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 00 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 56 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 52 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 9.39 liters (2.48 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Santa Cruz and Oakland.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Santa Cruz to Oakland is $13.28 (diesel $15.37).
California gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $5.36 | $5.59 | $5.74 | $6.2 |
| Total | $13.28 | $13.87 | $14.24 | $15.37 |
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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 24, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Santa Cruz and Oakland (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
