Distance from Oakland to Fresno (United States)

The distance between Oakland, California and Fresno, California is 251 kilometers (156 miles).

Oakland, California, United States

Fresno, California, United States

Oakland and Fresno are located in California, with Oakland in the San Francisco Bay Area and Fresno in the San Joaquin Valley, both within the central part of the state. The straight-line distance between them is 251 kilometers, heading southeast.

Oakland is at only 24 meters above sea level, while Fresno is at 99 meters.

Driving route

The route from Oakland to Fresno by auto travels along I-580 E and I-5 S, passing through the Central Valley, with notable regions including Tracy and Modesto before reaching Fresno.

Lugares de interés en la ruta: San Joaquin Valley, Modesto, Tracy, Fresno Chaffee Zoo.

Travel information

Summary

The trip from Oakland to Fresno crosses the Central Valley, with landmarks like San Joaquin River and agricultural fields.

Best time to travel

Travel in spring for mild temperatures or in fall for harvest festivals, both offering unique experiences.

Climate

Fresno generally experiences hotter summers and milder winters compared to the cooler, foggy climate of Oakland.

Accessibility

Fresno offers accessible public transport and facilities, similar to Oakland, ensuring ease of movement for visitors.

Travel time

Mode Estimated time
Bicycle 10-12 hours
Motorcycle 3-4 hours
Car 3-4 hours
Helicopter 1-2 hours
Airplane 20-30 minutes
Speed Time
30 km/h
60 km/h
90 km/h
120 km/h
Oakland, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/Los_Angeles

Coordinates: 37.8044° N 122.2708° W

Elevation: 24 m (79 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Alameda Naval Air Station (NGZ)
  • Oakland International Airport (OAK)
  • Hayward Executive Airport (HWD)
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
  • Buchanan Field Airport (CCR)
Fresno, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/Los_Angeles

Coordinates: 36.7477° N 119.7724° W

Elevation: 99 m (325 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)
  • Madera Municipal Airport (MAE)
  • Lemoore Naval Air Station (Reeves Field) Airport (NLC)
  • Visalia Municipal Airport (VIS)
  • Mariposa Yosemite Airport (RMY)

Other distances from Oakland

Distance between cities Kilometers
From Oakland to New York City 4,126 km
From Oakland to Los Angeles 553 km
From Oakland to Chicago 2,977 km
From Oakland to Houston 2,636 km
From Oakland to Phoenix 1,042 km

Other distances from Fresno

Distances between cities Kilometers
From Fresno to New York City 3,959 km
From Fresno to Los Angeles 330 km
From Fresno to Chicago 2,811 km
From Fresno to Houston 2,395 km
From Fresno to Phoenix 791 km

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