Day trip from Oakland to San Mateo
San Mateo lies 27 km (17 mi) south of Oakland, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 27 km (17 mi) apart, San Mateo is a realistic day trip from Oakland: about 27 min each way by road.
| Oakland | San Mateo | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 419,267 | 103,536 |
| Elevation | 24 m (79 ft) | 13 m (43 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles) | UTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Postal codes | 94601–94666 | 94401–94497 |
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Staying in San Mateo
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Common questions
How far is San Mateo from Oakland?
27 km (17 mi) in a straight line, south of Oakland; by road roughly 33 km (21 mi).
How long does it take to get from Oakland to San Mateo by road?
About 27 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Oakland and San Mateo?
No, both are on America/Los_Angeles at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.