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

The cheapest way to get from Hayward to Oakland is to bus which costs $2 - $5 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Hayward to Oakland is to train which takes 18 min and costs $4 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Hayward and Oakland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hayward Bus Station station and arriving at Oakland. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

Is there a direct train between Hayward and Oakland?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hayward Station station and arriving at Oakland. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from Hayward to Oakland?

The distance between Hayward and Oakland is 13 miles. The road distance is 15.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hayward to Oakland without a car is to train which takes 18 min and costs $4 - $9.

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

The train from Hayward Station to Oakland takes 18 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Hayward to Oakland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Hayward to Oakland train from?

Hayward to Oakland train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Hayward Station.

Train or bus from Hayward to Oakland?

The best way to get from Hayward to Oakland is to train which takes 18 min and costs $4 - $9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2 - $5 and takes 20 min.

Where does the Hayward to Oakland bus arrive?

Hayward to Oakland bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Oakland station.

Where does the Hayward to Oakland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hayward to Oakland?

Yes, the driving distance between Hayward to Oakland is 16 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Hayward to Oakland.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Oakland?

There are 800+ hotels available in Oakland.

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There are 5 ways to get from Hayward to Oakland by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), taxi, car, or subway

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Hayward Station to Oaklandtrain Capitol Corridor
18 min
$4–9
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hayward Bus Station to Oaklandbus Greyhound US0831 / ...
20 min
$2–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hayward to Oaklandtaxi 15.5 mi
18 min
$55–75
Drive 15.5 mi
1. Drive from Hayward to Oaklandcar 15.5 mi
18 min
$3–5
BART
1. Take the subway from Hayward to Lake Merrittsubway Orange-N / ...
20 min
$3–5

Hayward to Oakland by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 13.1 mi
Duration: 18 min

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

Amtrak operates a train from Hayward Station to Oakland every 4 hours. Tickets cost $4–9 and the journey takes 18 min. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Hayward Bus Station to Oakland once daily. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 20 min.

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