How far is Valle Vista, CA from Oakland, CA?
Fastest route
Traveling from Valle Vista, California to Oakland, California covers a distance of 457 miles (734 kilometers). The fastest route is currently via I-5 N, with an estimated travel time of 7 hours and 11 minutes.
Directions
- Head west on Florida Ave toward 5th St.
- Turn right onto Ramona Expy.
- Turn right onto N State St. Continue onto Gilman Springs Rd.
- 🚧 Tip: Check for road closures on Gilman Springs Rd at certain times or days.
- Continue on CA-60 W. Take I-210 W/Foothill Fwy, I-5 N, and I-580 W to 6th St in Oakland.
- Take exit 41B from I-880 N.
- Merge onto CA-60 W/I-215 N.
- Keep left to continue on CA-60 W.
- 🚧 Tip: Check for road closures on CA-60 W.
- Use the right lane to take exit 29B for CA-71 N toward Pomona.
- Keep left and merge onto CA-71 N.
- Use the left 2 lanes to take the CA-57 N/California 57 N exit.
- Use the left 3 lanes to take exit 25C to merge onto I-210 W/Foothill Fwy toward Pasadena.
- 🚧 Tip: Check for road closures on I-210 W/Foothill Fwy.
- Keep left at the fork to continue on CA-134 E.
- Keep left to continue on CA-134 W.
- 🚧 Tip: Check for closures on CA-134 W.
- Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 5 toward I-5 N.
- 🚧 Tip: Check for closures on this section of I-5 N.
- Keep right at the fork, follow signs for I-5 N/Sacramento, and merge onto I-5 N.
- 🚧 Tip: Check for closures on I-5 N.
- Keep left at the fork to stay on I-5 N.
- 🚧 Tip: Check for closures on I-5 N.
- Keep right at the fork to stay on I-5 N, following signs for San Francisco/Sacramento.
- 🚧 Tip: Check for closures on I-5 N.
- Keep left at the fork to continue on I-580 W, following signs for Tracy/San Francisco.
- 🚧 Tip: Check for closures on I-580 W.
- Keep left at the fork to continue on I-238 N, following signs for I-880.
- Use the left 2 lanes to take the exit toward I-880 N.
- Keep left, following signs for I-880 N/Oakland, and merge onto I-880 N.
- Take exit 41B toward Broadway/Downtown.
- Drive to Broadway.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚧 Check for road closures on Gilman Springs Rd, CA-60 W, I-210 W/Foothill Fwy, CA-134 W, I-5 N, and I-580 W at certain times or days.
- 🚧 Keep an eye out for road closures and follow alternative routes if needed.
- 🛣️ Take breaks during the long journey to avoid fatigue.
- 📱 Use navigation apps to stay updated on real-time traffic conditions and road closures.
- ⛽ Make sure to fill up your gas tank before embarking on the trip.
- 🚘 Ensure your vehicle is in good condition and ready for a long drive.
- 🍴 Pack some snacks and drinks for the trip to stay energized and hydrated.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 07h 32m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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.
Census-designated place in Kern County, California
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Chance Light Rain
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Valle Vista and Oakland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Valle Vista and Oakland.
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Start on Florida Avenue
2240 ft · 39 sec · Florida Avenue
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Turn right onto Ramona Expressway
8.6 mi · 12 min · Ramona Expressway
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Turn right onto Sanderson Avenue
1.2 mi · 1 min · Sanderson Avenue
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Take the exit slight right toward Gilman Springs Road
1789 ft · 56 sec · Gilman Springs Road
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Continue on Gilman Springs Road
9.8 mi · 14 min · Gilman Springs Road
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Take the ramp straight toward Gilman Springs Road
3206 ft · 1 min · Gilman Springs Road
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Merge slight left onto Moreno Valley Freeway
9.7 mi · 12 min · Moreno Valley Freeway
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Merge slight left onto Escondido Freeway
4.1 mi · 5 min · Escondido Freeway
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Take the exit slight left
23 mi · 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CA 71 South, CA 71 North: Corona, Pomona
1213 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on CA 71 North: Pomona
2510 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left
811 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left onto Chino Valley Freeway
3.5 mi · 4 min · Chino Valley Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on CA 57 North
1.2 km · 2 min
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Continue straight
3.4 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 210 West: Pasadena
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Foothill Freeway
18.3 mi · 21 min · Foothill Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on Foothill Freeway
25.6 mi · 30 min · Foothill Freeway
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Keep slight right
686 ft · 9 sec
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Merge slight right
1.6 km · 1 min
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Keep slight left
36.1 mi · 42 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Golden State Freeway
22.3 mi · 25 min · Golden State Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on Westside Freeway
225.6 mi · 4 hr 2 min · Westside Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on William Elton Brown Freeway
15.9 mi · 17 min · William Elton Brown Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on William Elton Brown Freeway
1.1 mi · 1 min · William Elton Brown Freeway
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Merge slight left onto Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway
18 mi · 21 min · Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway
11.6 mi · 13 min · Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on Castro Valley Freeway
2.4 mi · 3 min · Castro Valley Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on I 880 North
2051 ft · 52 sec
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Merge slight left onto Nimitz Freeway
9.8 mi · 11 min · Nimitz Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Oak Street, Lakeside Drive
1226 ft · 33 sec
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Turn right onto Oak Street
1685 ft · 49 sec · Oak Street
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Turn left onto 12th Street
1523 ft · 46 sec · 12th Street
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Turn right onto Harrison Street
559 ft · 25 sec · Harrison Street
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Turn left onto 14th Street
1058 ft · 49 sec · 14th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 14th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Valle Vista and Oakland.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Westside Freeway
Keep slight right to continue on Westside Freeway
226 mi · 04h 02m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Mostly Sunny leaving Valle Vista and Chance Light Rain near Oakland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Valle Vista to Oakland?
The road trip is about 457.2 miles (735.8 km) and usually takes 07h 32m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Lost Hills is a useful midpoint, sitting about 228.4 miles from Valle Vista and 228.8 miles from Oakland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 411.5 miles (662.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 45.7 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 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM PDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $93.05 one way or $186.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 143.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Valle Vista and Chance Light Rain near Oakland.
Stop Ideas Near Lost Hills
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lost Hills.
Wasco station
Kettleman City, California
Corcoran station
Bakersfield
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Valle Vista and Oakland. Straight-line distance: 411.47 mi (662.19 km).
#1 Valle Vista
Census-designated place in Riverside County, California, United States
| Population | 14,578 |
| Coordinates | 33.7478000, -116.8933600 |
| Altitude | 541 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Oakland
The third most populous city in California, Oakland is a major center for business, manufacturing, and culture.
| Population | 424,891 |
| Coordinates | 37.8043700, -122.2708000 |
| Altitude | 13 |
| Country | United States |
End: 14th Street (-122.270903, 37.804207)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 736 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 15h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 11h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 09h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 07h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 06h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 42m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.77 | $93.05 | $186.11 |
| Mid-grade | $6.07 | $97.84 | $195.69 |
| Premium | $6.24 | $100.70 | $201.40 |
| Diesel | $7.57 | $122.06 | $244.11 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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