Origin
Oakland, CA
Afternoon in Oakland on Sunday
Local time
12:53 PM
PDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oakland, CA to Salida, CA
Drive Time
1h 29m
Distance
73.7 mi
119 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 43m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 35m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oakland, CA
Stephen Leonardi
Salida, CA
Stephen Leonardi
Trip Overview
The drive from Oakland, CA to Salida, CA covers 73.7 miles and takes about 1h 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway, Robert T. Monagan Freeway, Nimitz Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 30.2 miles on Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.07 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
36.9 miles from Oakland, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 29m highway drive covering 73.7 miles, with most of the trip on Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway and Robert T. Monagan Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 30.2 miles on Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 30.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway and Robert T. Monagan Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near 11th Street.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 73.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (11th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (Madison Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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11th Street
Turn left onto 11th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight lanes.
6
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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Madison Street
Turn right onto Madison Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
10.9 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the exit toward I 238: Castro Valley, Stockton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 31
Toward I 238: Castro Valley, Stockton
9
11.1 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 238: Stockton Fresno
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 31
Toward I 238: Stockton Fresno
8
65.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Take the exit toward CA 99 South: Modesto, Fresno
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 6
Toward CA 99 South: Modesto, Fresno
Towns Along This Route
Between Oakland, CA and Salida, CA, road signs point toward Stockton, Sonora and Fresno.
Stockton
10.9 mi in
|
~15m
Sonora
58.9 mi in
|
~1h 10m
Fresno
65.2 mi in
|
~1h 17m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway | 30.2 mi | 34m |
| Robert T. Monagan Freeway | 14.6 mi | 16m |
| Nimitz Freeway | 9.7 mi | 11m |
| CA 99 | 7.2 mi | 8m |
| CA 120 | 6.2 mi | 7m |
| Castro Valley Freeway | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Westside Freeway | 1 mi | 1m |
| Broadway Avenue | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway
— 30.2 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oakland, CA and Salida, CA.
1
Start on 14th Street
0.2 mi
·
52 sec
·
14th Street
2
Turn right onto Harrison Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Harrison Street
3
Turn left onto 11th Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
11th Street
Use the none / straight lanes.
4
Turn right onto Madison Street
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Madison Street
Use the none lane.
5
Turn left onto 5th Street
381 ft
·
8 sec
·
5th Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 880 South: San Jose
Use the none lane.
7
Merge onto I 880
9.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Nimitz Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 31
Toward I 238: Castro Valley, Stockton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 31
Toward I 238: Stockton Fresno
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 238
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Castro Valley Freeway
Exit 31
Toward I 238: Stockton Fresno
Use the none lane.
11
Continue on I 580
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway
Exit 14
Use the none lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 580
18 mi
·
20 min
·
Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway
Use the none lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 205
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Robert T. Monagan Freeway
Toward I 205 East: Tracy, Stockton
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 205
11 mi
·
11 min
·
Robert T. Monagan Freeway
15
Merge onto I 5
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Westside Freeway
16
Take the exit
469 ft
·
6 sec
Toward CA 120 East: Manteca, Sonora
17
Continue on CA 120
6.2 mi
·
7 min
·
CA 120
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 6
Toward CA 99 South: Modesto, Fresno
Use the slight right lane.
19
Merge onto CA 99
7.2 mi
·
8 min
·
CA 99
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward CA 219: Broadway, Kiernan Avenue
21
Turn right onto Broadway Avenue
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
Broadway Avenue
22
Continue on Broadway Avenue
207 ft
·
11 sec
·
Broadway Avenue
23
Arrive at destination
Broadway Avenue
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 36.9 miles from Oakland, CA, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30.2 miles.
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 73.7 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.9 miles or 45m 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 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Salida, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Oakland, CA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Oakland, CA
This is one driving day of about 73.7 miles and 1h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Oakland, CA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway for about 30.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.9 mi from Oakland, CA · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 73.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.9 miles from Oakland, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Salida, CA
The final approach into Salida, CA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Salida, CA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.07 one way
$34.13 round trip
$5.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.07 | $17.60 | $35.20 |
| premium | $6.24 | $18.11 | $36.23 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $16.37 | $32.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.1 | 0 | $7.74 | $3.54 |
| Efficient EV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.45 | $2.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.5 | 0 | $10.32 | $4.72 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Salida, CA
Afternoon in Salida on Sunday
Local time
12:53 PM
PDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
5 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 29m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Oakland, CA to Salida, CA covers 73.7 miles and takes about 1h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Arthur H. Breed Junior Freeway, Robert T. Monagan Freeway, Nimitz Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.9 miles from Oakland, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.07 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 73.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (11th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (Madison Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Oakland, CA and Salida, CA, road signs point toward Stockton, Sonora and Fresno.
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