Santa Clara to Oakland by bus
Oakland lies 57 km (36 mi) north-west of Santa Clara, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 1 h 17 min including stops, over roughly 70 km (43 mi) of road.
| Santa Clara | Oakland | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 126,215 | 419,267 |
| Elevation | 22 m (72 ft) | 24 m (79 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles) | UTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Postal codes | 95050–95056 | 94601–94666 |
Where to book buses from Santa Clara to Oakland
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Staying in Oakland
Our booking partner lists 524 places to stay in Oakland. Of the 364 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (170), and 4 are five-star. Across 44 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.6 out of 10. Guests have left 20,728 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Oakland from Santa Clara?
57 km (36 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Santa Clara; by road roughly 70 km (43 mi).
How long does it take to get from Santa Clara to Oakland by bus?
About 1 h 17 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Santa Clara and Oakland?
No, both are on America/Los_Angeles at the moment.
Where can I stay in Oakland?
Our booking partner lists 524 places to stay in Oakland, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.