What is the cheapest way to get from Denver Airport (DEN) to Oakland?

The cheapest way to get from Denver Airport (DEN) to Oakland is to fly and train which costs $160 - $430 and takes 5h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Denver Airport (DEN) to Oakland?

The fastest way to get from Denver Airport (DEN) to Oakland is to fly which takes 3h 4m and costs $400 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Denver Airport (DEN) and Oakland?

No, there is no direct bus from Denver Airport (DEN) to Oakland. However, there are services departing from Denver International Airport and arriving at Oakland via Harmony Transfer Centre and Sparks Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Denver Airport (DEN) and Oakland?

No, there is no direct train from Denver Airport (DEN) station to Oakland. However, there are services departing from Denver Airport Station and arriving at Emeryville via Denver. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 48m.

How far is it from Denver Airport (DEN) to Oakland?

The distance between Denver Airport (DEN) and Oakland is 969 miles. The road distance is 1253.4 miles.

How do I travel from Denver Airport (DEN) to Oakland without a car?

The best way to get from Denver Airport (DEN) to Oakland without a car is to bus which takes 28h 30m and costs $210 - $420.

How long does it take to get from Denver Airport (DEN) to Oakland?

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Denver Airport (DEN) to Oakland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Denver Airport (DEN) to Oakland bus from?

Denver Airport (DEN) to Oakland bus services, operated by LandLine, depart from Denver International Airport station.

Where do I catch the Denver Airport (DEN) to Oakland train from?

Denver Airport (DEN) to Oakland train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Denver station.

Train, bus or fly from Denver Airport (DEN) to Oakland?

The best way to get from Denver Airport (DEN) to Oakland is to fly which takes 3h 4m and costs $400 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $210 - $420 and takes 28h 30m, you could also train, which costs $440 - $950 and takes 34h 48m.

Where does the Denver Airport (DEN) to Oakland bus arrive?

Denver Airport (DEN) to Oakland bus services, operated by LandLine, arrive at Harmony Transfer Center station.

What is the time difference between Denver Airport (DEN) and Oakland?

Oakland is 1h behind Denver Airport (DEN). It is currently 2:50 AM in Denver Airport (DEN) and 1:50 AM in Oakland.

Where does the Denver Airport (DEN) to Oakland train arrive?

Denver Airport (DEN) to Oakland train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Emeryville station.

Can I drive from Denver Airport (DEN) to Oakland?

Yes, the driving distance between Denver Airport (DEN) to Oakland is 1253 miles. It takes approximately 19h 13m to drive from Denver Airport (DEN) to Oakland.

Where can I stay near Oakland?

There are 707+ hotels available in Oakland.

Denver Airport (DEN) to Oakland - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Denver Airport (DEN) to Oakland by plane, bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, subway, or train

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Fly to Oakland International Airport
best
1. Fly from Denver (DEN) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane DEN - OAK
3h 4m
$402–555
Fly to San Francisco International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Denver (DEN) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane DEN - SFO
3h 23m
$99–542
Bus
1. Take the bus from Denver International Airport to Harmony Transfer Centerbus Csu
2. Take the bus from Harmony Transfer Centre to Sparks Transit Centerbus
3. Take the bus from Sparks Transit Center to Oaklandbus
28h 30m
$212–411
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Denver to Emeryvilletrain California Zephyr
34h 48m
$440–910
Drive 1,246.1 mi
1. Drive from Denver Airport (DEN) to Oaklandcar 1,246.1 mi
19h 13m
$228–329
Fly to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, BART
1. Fly from Denver (DEN) to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC)plane DEN - SJC
2. Take the subway from Milpitas to 12th Street / Oakland City Centersubway
4h 13m
$196–583
Fly to Sacramento International Airport, train
1. Fly from Denver (DEN) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)plane DEN - SMF
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Oaklandtrain
5h 49m
$165–425

Denver Airport (DEN) to Oakland by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 963.4 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Denver Airport (DEN), USA and Oakland, CA, USA?

Southwest Airlines flies from Denver (DEN) to Oakland International Airport (OAK) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Denver International Airport to Oakland via Harmony Transfer Center, Harmony Transfer Centre, and Sparks Transit Center in around 28h 30m.

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