What is the cheapest way to get from Downtown Oakland to Powell Street?

The cheapest way to get from Downtown Oakland to Powell Street is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Downtown Oakland to Powell Street?

The fastest way to get from Downtown Oakland to Powell Street is to BART which takes 14 min and costs $2 - $4.

Is there a direct ferry between Downtown Oakland and Powell Street?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Oakland Ferry Terminal and arriving at San Francisco Ferry Building Gate G. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

Is there a direct train between Downtown Oakland and Powell Street?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 12th Street / Oakland City Center and arriving at Powell Street. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Downtown Oakland to Powell Street?

The distance between Downtown Oakland and Powell Street is 8 miles. The road distance is 9.8 miles.

How do I travel from Downtown Oakland to Powell Street without a car?

The best way to get from Downtown Oakland to Powell Street without a car is to BART which takes 14 min and costs $2 - $4.

How long does it take to get from Downtown Oakland to Powell Street?

The BART from 12th Street / Oakland City Center to Powell Street takes 14 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Downtown Oakland to Powell Street train from?

Downtown Oakland to Powell Street train services, operated by BART, depart from 12th Street / Oakland City Center station.

Where does the Downtown Oakland to Powell Street train arrive?

Downtown Oakland to Powell Street train services, operated by BART, arrive at Powell Street station.

Can I drive from Downtown Oakland to Powell Street?

Yes, the driving distance between Downtown Oakland to Powell Street is 10 miles. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Downtown Oakland to Powell Street.

Where can I stay near Powell Street?

There are 751+ hotels available in Powell Street.

Downtown Oakland to Powell Street - 4 ways to travel via BART, ferry, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Downtown Oakland to Powell Street by subway, ferry, taxi, or car

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BART
best
1. Take the subway from 12th Street / Oakland City Center to Powell Streetsubway Yellow-S / ...
14 min
$2–4
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Oakland Ferry Terminal to San Francisco Ferry Building Gate Gferry Oa
49 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Downtown Oakland to Powell Streettaxi 9.7 mi
14 min
$35–50
Drive 9.7 mi
1. Drive from Downtown Oakland to Powell Streetcar 9.7 mi
14 min
$2–3

Downtown Oakland to Powell Street by subway

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Distance: 8.3 mi
Duration: 14 min

What companies run services between Downtown Oakland, CA, USA and Powell Street, CA, USA?

BART operates a subway from 12th Street / Oakland City Center to Powell Street every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $2–4 and the journey takes 14 min. Alternatively, San Fransisco Bay Ferry operates a ferry from Oakland Ferry Terminal to San Francisco Ferry Building Gate G every 2 hours. Tickets cost $6–9 and the journey takes 25 min.

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