Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 48m
Distance
76.3 mi
123 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oakland, CA
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Bonny Doon, CA
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The drive from Oakland, CA to Bonny Doon, CA covers 76.3 miles and takes about 1h 48m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 880, CA 17, Nimitz Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 31.3 miles on I 880. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.54 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
38.1 miles from Oakland, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 48m. Total distance: 76.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This is a 1h 48m highway drive covering 76.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 880 and CA 17. The longest continuous stretch is about 31.3 miles on I 880.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 880 and CA 17. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Harrison Street.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 76.3 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Harrison Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (11th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 11 miles (I 880): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto Harrison Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto 11th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 880
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 880
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 880
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 880 | 31.3 mi | 35m |
| CA 17 | 20.8 mi | 28m |
| Nimitz Freeway | 9.9 mi | 12m |
| Felton Empire Road | 3.7 mi | 8m |
| Mount Hermon Road | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| Ice Cream Grade | 2.6 mi | 6m |
| Scotts Valley Drive | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Pine Flat Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Oakland, CA and Bonny Doon, CA.
Start on 14th Street
Turn right onto Harrison Street
Turn left onto 11th Street
Turn right onto Madison Street
Turn left onto 5th Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 880
Keep slight left at fork onto I 880
Keep slight left at fork onto I 880
Keep slight left at fork onto I 880
Continue on CA 17
Take the exit
Turn left onto CA 17 Business
Turn right onto Mount Hermon Road
Turn right onto Graham Hill Road
Continue on Felton Empire Road
Continue on Ice Cream Grade
At end of road, turn left onto Pine Flat Road
Arrive at destination
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 17 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.1 miles or 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bonny Doon, CA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Oakland, CA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Oakland, CA
This is one driving day of about 76.3 miles and 1h 48m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38.1 mi from Oakland, CA · 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 38.1 miles from Oakland, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Bonny Doon, CA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$17.54 one way
$35.07 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $18.07 | $36.14 |
| premium | $6.18 | $18.56 | $37.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.85 | $33.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.9 | 0 | $8.01 | $3.66 |
| Efficient EV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.68 | $3.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.5 | 0 | $10.68 | $4.88 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Oakland on Thursday
Local time
11:47 PM
PDT
Current temp
71°F
Sunny
Destination
Night in Bonny Doon on Thursday
Local time
11:47 PM
PDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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