Origin
Rio Dell, CA
Late night in Rio Dell on Wednesday
Local time
4:56 AM
PDT
Current temp
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Trip from Rio Dell, CA to Oakland, CA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 31m
Distance
67.6 mi
109 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 24m
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6 AM
1h 31m
8 AM
1h 45m
10 AM
1h 36m
12 PM
1h 35m
3 PM
1h 37m
5 PM
1h 45m
8 PM
1h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rio Dell, CA
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Oakland, CA
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Trip Overview
This 67.6-mile drive from Rio Dell to Oakland, California, is a manageable one-day trip, typically taking about 1 hour and 31 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $16, it's an economical option for getting from the Pacific Coast region to the same region. The route primarily utilizes the Redwood Highway, John T. Knox Freeway, and Gravenstein Highway. It's a straightforward journey that doesn't necessitate an overnight stop, allowing you to reach your destination efficiently.
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
33.8 miles from Rio Dell, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 67.6-mile route. Only 27% of the journey is on highways, meaning you'll encounter more varied road conditions and potentially more local traffic. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 29.6 miles along the Redwood Highway. This suggests a drive that involves frequent adjustments and a more intimate connection with the landscape as you transition between different road types.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Redwood Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 29.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 47.2 miles in near I 580 / John T. Knox Freeway.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 67.6 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 47.2 miles (I 580 / John T. Knox Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 64.5 miles (I 580 / Interstate Highway 80): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 64.8 miles (I 580 / MacArthur Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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47.2 mi into trip
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~1h 3m in
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I 580 / John T. Knox Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 580 / John T. Knox Freeway toward I 580: Richmond Bridge, Oakland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 451B
Toward I 580: Richmond Bridge, Oakland
8
64.5 mi into trip
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~1h 24m in
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I 580 / Interstate Highway 80
Keep slight left at fork onto I 580 / Interstate Highway 80 toward I 580 East, I 880 South: Downtown Oakland, Hayward, Stockton, Alameda, San Jose
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 580 East, I 880 South: Downtown Oaklan...
8
64.8 mi into trip
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~1h 25m in
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I 580 / MacArthur Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 580 / MacArthur Freeway toward I 580: Downtown Oakland, Hayward, Stockton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 580: Downtown Oakland, Hayward, Stockt...
8
65.3 mi into trip
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~1h 25m in
Take the exit toward MacArthur Boulevard, San Pablo Avenue, Emery Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 19A
Toward MacArthur Boulevard, San Pablo Avenue, E...
9
65.5 mi into trip
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~1h 26m in
Keep slight right at fork toward San Pablo Avenue, Emery Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward San Pablo Avenue, Emery Street
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Redwood Highway | 29.6 mi | 34m |
| John T. Knox Freeway | 13.6 mi | 17m |
| Gravenstein Highway | 7.6 mi | 11m |
| Gravenstein Highway North | 5.7 mi | 8m |
| Eastshore Freeway | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| Mirabel Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| San Pablo Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Redwood Highway
— 29.6 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rio Dell, CA and Oakland, CA.
1
Start on Westside Road
136 ft
·
10 sec
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Westside Road
2
Turn right onto Rio Vista Road
93 ft
·
4 sec
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Rio Vista Road
3
Continue on Rio Vista Road
0.2 mi
·
50 sec
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Rio Vista Road
4
Continue on Rio Vista Road
325 ft
·
15 sec
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Rio Vista Road
5
At end of road, turn right onto River Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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River Road
6
Turn right onto Mirabel Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
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Mirabel Road
Use the right lane.
7
At end of road, turn left onto CA 116
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
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Front Street
8
Continue on CA 116
5.7 mi
·
8 min
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Gravenstein Highway North
9
Continue on CA 116
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
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Healdsburg Avenue
10
Continue on CA 116
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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North Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on CA 116
7.6 mi
·
11 min
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Gravenstein Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Take the ramp onto CA 116
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
CA 116
Toward US 101 South: San Francisco
Use the right lane.
13
Merge onto US 101; CA 116
30 mi
·
34 min
·
Redwood Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 580
14 mi
·
17 min
·
John T. Knox Freeway
Exit 451B
Toward I 580: Richmond Bridge, Oakland
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto I 80; I 580
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Eastshore Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 580
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
·
Interstate Highway 80
Toward I 580 East, I 880 South: Downtown Oakland, Hayward, Stockton, Alameda, San Jose
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 580
0.5 mi
·
42 sec
·
MacArthur Freeway
Toward I 580: Downtown Oakland, Hayward, Stockton
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
Exit 19A
Toward MacArthur Boulevard, San Pablo Avenue, Emery Street
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
19
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
Toward San Pablo Avenue, Emery Street
Use the slight right lane.
20
Turn right onto Watts Street
216 ft
·
11 sec
·
Watts Street
21
Turn right onto Peralta Street
182 ft
·
11 sec
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Peralta Street
22
Turn left onto 35th Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
35th Street
23
Turn right onto San Pablo Avenue
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
San Pablo Avenue
24
Turn slight right onto Martin Luther King Junior Way
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Martin Luther King Junior Way
25
Turn left onto 14th Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
14th Street
26
Arrive at destination
14th Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 1 hour and 31-minute duration, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving in the morning will help you avoid potential afternoon traffic as you approach Oakland. While there are no specific stops recommended in the data, it's wise to take advantage of the numerous opportunities along the Redwood Highway for brief breaks, especially since the longest stretch without a turn is nearly 30 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as this route has an estimated fuel cost of $16.
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 33.8 miles from Rio Dell, CA, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.6 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 67.6 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.8 miles or 47m 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oakland, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Rio Dell, CA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Rio Dell, CA
This is one driving day of about 67.6 miles and 1h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Rio Dell, 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 Redwood Highway for about 29.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.8 mi from Rio Dell, CA · 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 67.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.8 miles from Rio Dell, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Oakland, CA
The final approach into Oakland, 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 Oakland, 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
$15.54 one way
$31.07 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $16.01 | $32.02 |
| premium | $6.18 | $16.44 | $32.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.93 | $29.85 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.3 | 0 | $7.10 | $3.24 |
| Efficient EV | 16.9 | 0 | $5.91 | $2.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27 | 0 | $9.46 | $4.33 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Oakland, CA
Late night in Oakland on Wednesday
Local time
4:56 AM
PDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
Richmond, CA
34 mi in
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.
Road read
1h 31m 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 Rio Dell, CA to Oakland, CA covers 67.6 miles and takes about 1h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Redwood Highway, John T. Knox Freeway, Gravenstein Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.8 miles from Rio Dell, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.54 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 17 significant decision points across 67.6 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 47.2 miles (I 580 / John T. Knox Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 64.5 miles (I 580 / Interstate Highway 80): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 64.8 miles (I 580 / MacArthur Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Rio Dell, CA to Oakland, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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