How far is San Rafael, CA from Oakland, CA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between San Rafael and Oakland is 18.39 miles (29.59 km).
Flight distance from San Rafael, CA to Oakland, CA is 18.39 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from San Rafael, California to Oakland, California is: 22.21 miles (35.75 km) by car.
Driving from San Rafael to Oakland will take approximately 00 hours 31 minutes.
#1 San Rafael
The most populous city in Marin County, California. It is located on the San Francisco Bay in northern California. San Rafael is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Marin County Civic Center and the San Rafael Museum.
| Population | 58528 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 37°58'25"N 122°31'52"W |
| Latitude | 37.9735300 |
| Longitude | -122.5310900 |
| Altitude | 13 |
| 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 San Rafael and Oakland
The distance between San Rafael and Oakland is 36 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 23 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 San Rafael and Oakland. The current time is 22:44:58.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 44 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 33 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 26 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 22 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 19 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 17 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 16 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 2.97 liters (0.78 gallon) of gas to cover the route between San Rafael and Oakland.
The estimated cost of gas to go from San Rafael to Oakland is $4.2 (diesel $4.86).
California gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $5.36 | $5.59 | $5.74 | $6.2 |
| Total | $4.2 | $4.38 | $4.5 | $4.86 |
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 December 21, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between San Rafael and Oakland (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
