What is the cheapest way to get from Durham to Oakland?

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Oakland is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 2h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Durham to Oakland?

The fastest way to get from Durham to Oakland is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Durham and Oakland?

No, there is no direct bus from Durham station to Oakland. However, there are services departing from Chico Bus Station and arriving at Oakland via Sacramento Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Durham and Oakland?

No, there is no direct train from Durham to Oakland. However, there are services departing from Chico Amtrak and arriving at Oakland via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Durham to Oakland?

The distance between Durham and Oakland is 182 miles. The road distance is 151.1 miles.

How do I travel from Durham to Oakland without a car?

The best way to get from Durham to Oakland without a car is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs $75 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Durham to Oakland?

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Durham to Oakland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durham to Oakland bus from?

Durham to Oakland bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chico Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Durham to Oakland train from?

Durham to Oakland train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chico Amtrak station.

Train or bus from Durham to Oakland?

The best way to get from Durham to Oakland is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs $75 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $80 and takes 4h 58m.

Where does the Durham to Oakland bus arrive?

Durham to Oakland bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

Where does the Durham to Oakland train arrive?

Durham to Oakland train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oakland station.

Can I drive from Durham to Oakland?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Oakland is 151 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Durham to Oakland.

How do I get a train ticket from Durham to Oakland?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Durham to Oakland?

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Where can I stay near Oakland?

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There are 3 ways to get from Durham to Oakland by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Oaklandtrain Coast Starlight
4h 55m
$78–147
Drive 150.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Durham to Oaklandcar 150.3 mi
2h 54m
$28–40
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Chico Bus Station to Sacramento Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0500
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Oaklandbus Greyhound US0870
4h 58m
$48–77

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Distance: 181.3 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

What companies run services between Durham, CA, USA and Oakland, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chico Amtrak to Oakland once daily. Tickets cost $55–120 and the journey takes 4h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Durham to Oakland via Chico Bus Station and Sacramento Bus Station in around 4h 58m.

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