Origin
Oakland, CA
Night in Oakland on Thursday
Local time
11:16 PM
PDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oakland, CA to Lockeford, CA
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 50m
Distance
83.8 mi
135 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 42m
★
6 AM
1h 50m
8 AM
2h 6m
10 AM
1h 56m
12 PM
1h 54m
3 PM
1h 57m
5 PM
2h 6m
8 PM
1h 45m
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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Lockeford, CA
Stephen Leonardi
Trip Overview
The drive from Oakland, CA to Lockeford, CA covers 83.8 miles and takes about 1h 50m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Castro Street, I 980 East, John B for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.26 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
41.9 miles from Oakland, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 50m. Total distance: 83.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 50m drive with frequent turns across 83.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Castro Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Oakland, CA to Lockeford, CA is easy. At 1h 50m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Oakland, CA to Lockeford, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Castro Street | — | — |
| I 980 East | — | — |
| John B | — | — |
| Grove Shafter Freeway | — | — |
| Caldecott Tunnel | — | — |
| Senator Daniel E Boatwright Highway | — | — |
| CA 242 North | — | — |
| CA 160 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Castro Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oakland, CA and Lockeford, CA.
1
Start on 14th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
14th Street
2
Turn right onto Castro Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Castro Street
3
Take the ramp straight toward I 980 East, CA 24: Walnut Creek, San Francisco, Hayward
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
I 980 East, CA 24: Walnut Creek, San Francisco, Hayward
4
Merge slight left onto John B. Williams Freeway
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
·
John B. Williams Freeway
5
Continue on Grove Shafter Freeway
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Grove Shafter Freeway
6
Keep slight left to continue on Grove Shafter Freeway
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
Grove Shafter Freeway
7
Continue on Caldecott Tunnel
9.8 mi
·
11 min
·
Caldecott Tunnel
8
Merge slight right onto Senator Daniel E Boatwright Highway
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Senator Daniel E Boatwright Highway
9
Keep slight right to continue on CA 242 North: Concord, Pittsburg
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
CA 242 North: Concord, Pittsburg
10
Merge slight left
15 mi
·
17 min
11
Keep slight right to continue on CA 160: Rio Vista, Sacramento
14 mi
·
18 min
·
CA 160: Rio Vista, Sacramento
12
Turn right
23 mi
·
33 min
13
Take the ramp left
1.3 mi
·
1 min
14
Take the exit slight right toward CA 12 East: Victor
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
CA 12 East: Victor
15
Turn slight right
138 ft
·
7 sec
16
Turn slight right onto East Victor Road
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
East Victor Road
17
Turn left
1.9 mi
·
3 min
18
Arrive at your destination
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 41.9 miles from Oakland, CA, or about 55m into the drive.
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 18 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.9 miles or 55m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lockeford, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
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 83.8 miles and 1h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Oakland, CA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.9 mi from Oakland, CA · 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 41.9 miles from Oakland, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lockeford, CA
The final approach into Lockeford, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.26 one way
$38.52 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $19.85 | $39.70 |
| premium | $6.18 | $20.38 | $40.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.50 | $37.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.1 | 0 | $8.80 | $4.02 |
| Efficient EV | 21 | 0 | $7.33 | $3.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.5 | 0 | $11.73 | $5.36 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
Lockeford, CA
Night in Lockeford on Thursday
Local time
11:16 PM
PDT
Current temp
49°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
18 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 50m 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 Lockeford, CA covers 83.8 miles and takes about 1h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Castro Street, I 980 East, John B. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 41.9 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 $19.26 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.
The drive from Oakland, CA to Lockeford, CA is easy. At 1h 50m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Oakland, CA to Lockeford, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Oakland, CA to Lockeford, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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