Distance from Detroit to Oakland by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Detroit (MI) to Oakland (CA) is 2079 miles or 3346 kilometers or 1806 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Detroit to Oakland is 2394 miles (3854 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 315 miles or 508 km.

Detroit to Oakland Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Detroit, MI and Oakland, CA
This map shows the distance from Detroit, MI, Usa to Oakland, CA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Detroit, Michigan to Oakland, California is displayed below.

Driving distance from Detroit, MI to Oakland, CA

The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Oakland, California is 2394 miles or 3854 km.
The total driving distance from Detroit, MI to Oakland, CA is 2394 miles or 3854 kilometers. Your trip begins in Detroit, Michigan. It ends in Oakland, California.
The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Oakland, California is approximately 2394 miles (3854 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 41 to 42 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Detroit, MI to Oakland, CA

How long is the drive from Detroit, MI to Oakland, CA?
The total driving time is 41 hours, 31 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Detroit to Oakland take?
Detroit and Oakland are 41 hours 31 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Detroit and Oakland

Time difference between Detroit (MI) and Oakland (CA) is 3 Hours.
Oakland time is 3 Hours behind Detroit.

Current local time in Detroit	Current local time in Oakland
2025-12-15, 21:03:41 EST	2025-12-15, 18:03:41 PST

How Far is it Between Detroit Michigan, USA and Oakland California, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Detroit, MI and Oakland, CA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	2394 mi	3854 km	2078.95 nmi
Straight line distance	2079 mi	3346 km	1806 nmi
Difference	315 mi	508 km	272 nmi

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