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Distance from Alameda to Hayward

Driving Distance
18 mi 29 km
Flying Distance
13.4 mi 21.6 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Alameda, California to Hayward, California is 18 mi (29 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 13.4 mi (21.6 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 2 min

The estimated travel time by road is 28 minutes

Traveling secondary roads, moderate in a southeast direction. Average speeds around 37 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Alameda
Place Alameda
State/Province California
Country US
Latitude 37.779872
Longitude -122.282186
GPS 37.779872° N, 122.282186° W
Local Time 10:40 PM
Timezone America/Los_Angeles

Destination:

Hayward
Place Hayward
State/Province California
Country US
Latitude 37.668767
Longitude -122.080996
GPS 37.668767° N, 122.080996° W
Local Time 10:40 PM
Timezone America/Los_Angeles

Journey Summary

Traveling from Alameda, California to Hayward, California covers 18 mi (29 km) in a southeast direction. This secondary roads, moderate route typically takes 28 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (17.9-21.1 miles / 29-34 km). The primary route shown here saves 2 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views, toll sections. with average speeds around 37 mph (60 km/h).

Available Routes

I-880 S
18 mi 28 minutes
Shortest Tolls
I-580 E
21.1 mi 29 minutes
Posey Tube and I-880 S
17.9 mi 27 minutes
Fastest Tolls

Route Map Visualization

Route map from Alameda to Hayward

How is the distance calculated?

Driving distances are based on actual road data. We use advanced routing algorithms that consider traffic, tolls, highways, and local streets. For air distances (as the crow flies), we use the Vincenty formula. It's a precise method that accounts for the Earth's shape and provides accuracy up to 0.5 mm.

When multiple route options exist, we display both the shortest and fastest paths. Travel times are estimated based on typical speeds for each road type, though actual times may vary with traffic and weather conditions. All distances are shown in both miles and kilometers for convenience.