How far is Walnut Creek, CA from Oakland, CA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Walnut Creek and Oakland is 13.26 miles (21.33 km).
Flight distance from Walnut Creek, CA to Oakland, CA is 13.26 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 01 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Walnut Creek, California to Oakland, California is: 16.37 miles (26.35 km) by car.
Driving from Walnut Creek to Oakland will take approximately 00 hours 19 minutes.
#1 Walnut Creek
The fifth most populous city in Contra Costa County, California. It is located in the San Francisco Bay Area in northern California. Walnut Creek is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Walnut Creek Historical Society and the Walnut Creek Civic Center.
| Population | 69936 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 37°54'23"N 122°3'54"W |
| Latitude | 37.9063100 |
| Longitude | -122.0649600 |
| Altitude | 52 |
| 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 Walnut Creek and Oakland
The distance between Walnut Creek and Oakland is 26 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 17 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 Walnut Creek and Oakland. The current time is 13:41:47.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 32 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 24 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 19 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 16 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 14 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 13 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 12 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 2.19 liters (0.58 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Walnut Creek and Oakland.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Walnut Creek to Oakland is $3.09 (diesel $3.58).
California gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $5.36 | $5.59 | $5.74 | $6.2 |
| Total | $3.09 | $3.23 | $3.32 | $3.58 |
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 19, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Walnut Creek and Oakland (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
