What is the cheapest way to get from Alameda to California?

The cheapest way to get from Alameda to California is to bus which costs $55 - $120 and takes 8h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alameda to California?

The fastest way to get from Alameda to California is to fly which takes 3h 15m and costs $440 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Alameda and California?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Oakland and arriving at Los Angeles Union Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Alameda and California?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Oakland and arriving at Los Angeles. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 2m.

How far is it from Alameda to California?

The distance between Alameda and California is 122 miles. The road distance is 370.5 miles.

How do I travel from Alameda to California without a car?

The best way to get from Alameda to California without a car is to bus which takes 8h 15m and costs $55 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Alameda to California?

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Alameda to California, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alameda to California bus from?

Alameda to California bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Oakland station.

Where do I catch the Alameda to California train from?

Alameda to California train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Oakland station.

Train, bus or fly from Alameda to California?

The best way to get from Alameda to California is to fly which takes 3h 15m and costs $440 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $120 and takes 8h 15m, you could also train, which costs $140 - $300 and takes 12h 2m.

Where does the Alameda to California bus arrive?

Alameda to California bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the Alameda to California train arrive?

Alameda to California train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Alameda to California?

Yes, the driving distance between Alameda to California is 371 miles. It takes approximately 6h 7m to drive from Alameda to California.

How do I get a train ticket from Alameda to California?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Alameda to California?

Book your Alameda to California bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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There are 6 ways to get from Alameda to California by plane, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, subway, or bus

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Fly San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento International Airport
best
1. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)plane SFO - SMF
3h 15m
$443–767
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Oakland to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus N2003 / ...
8h 15m
$55–120
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Oakland to Los Angelestrain Coast Starlight
12h 2m
$140–300
Drive 368.4 mi
1. Drive from Alameda to Los Angelescar 368.4 mi
6h 7m
$68–98
BART to Oakland International Airport, fly to Burbank Bob Hope Airport
1. Take the subway from Lake Merritt to Coliseumsubway
2. Fly from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR)plane OAK - BUR
4h 7m
$190–666
BART, bus
1. Take the subway from Fruitvale to Berryessa / North San Josesubway Orange-S / ...
2. Take the bus from San Jose to Los Angeles Downtownbus San José
10h 58m
$59–84

Alameda to California by bus

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Distance: 121.7 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between Alameda, Alameda County, CA, USA and California, USA?

United Airlines flies from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Oakland to Los Angeles Union Station twice daily. Tickets cost $55–100 and the journey takes 8h 15m. Greyhound USA also services this route once daily.

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