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

The cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Oakland is to bus which costs $40 - $75 and takes 11h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lancaster to Oakland is to train and fly which takes 5h 19m and costs $190 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Lancaster and Oakland?

No, there is no direct bus from Lancaster to Oakland station. However, there are services departing from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. and arriving at BART Dublin Station via Bakersfield Train Station and Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Lancaster and Oakland?

No, there is no direct train from Lancaster to Oakland. However, there are services departing from Lancaster and arriving at Oakland via Van Nuys. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 6m.

How far is it from Lancaster to Oakland?

The distance between Lancaster and Oakland is 423 miles. The road distance is 352.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lancaster to Oakland without a car is to bus which takes 11h 20m and costs $40 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Lancaster to Oakland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Oakland bus from?

Lancaster to Oakland bus services, operated by Kern Transit, depart from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. station.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Oakland train from?

Lancaster to Oakland train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Lancaster station.

Train or bus from Lancaster to Oakland?

The best way to get from Lancaster to Oakland is to bus which takes 11h 20m and costs $40 - $75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $150 - $320 and takes 14h 6m.

Where does the Lancaster to Oakland bus arrive?

Lancaster to Oakland bus services, operated by Kern Transit, arrive at Bakersfield Amtrak station.

Where does the Lancaster to Oakland train arrive?

Lancaster to Oakland train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at Sylmar / San Fernando station.

Can I drive from Lancaster to Oakland?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancaster to Oakland is 353 miles. It takes approximately 5h 53m to drive from Lancaster to Oakland.

Where can I stay near Oakland?

There are 794+ hotels available in Oakland.

Lancaster to Oakland - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and BART

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There are 10 ways to get from Lancaster to Oakland by train, plane, bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, bus, or subway

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Train to Burbank Bob Hope Airport, fly to San Francisco International Airport
best
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Burbank - Downtowntrain
2. Fly from Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane BUR - SFO
5h 32m
$203–830
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to Bakersfield Amtrakbus 100
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Modesto Bus Stopbus
3. Take the bus from Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi to BART Dublin Stationbus 90
11h 20m
$40–74
Train
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Sylmar / San Fernandotrain AV Line
2. Take the train from Van Nuys to Oaklandtrain Coast Starlight
14h 6m
$151–315
Drive 350.6 mi
1. Drive from Lancaster to Oaklandcar 350.6 mi
5h 53m
$64–93
Train to Burbank Bob Hope Airport, fly to Oakland International Airport
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Burbank - Downtowntrain
2. Fly from Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane BUR - OAK
5h 19m
$196–673
Train to Los Angeles International Airport, fly to Oakland International Airport
1. Take the train from Lancaster to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane LAX - OAK
5h 52m
$352–1,435
Bus to Meadows Field Airport, fly to San Francisco International Airport
1. Take the bus from Senior Center/Jackman St. to GET Downtown Transit Centerbus
2. Fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane BFL - SFO
5h 39m
$66–256
Train to Burbank Bob Hope Airport, fly to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, BART
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Burbank - Downtowntrain
2. Fly from Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR) to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC)plane BUR - SJC
3. Take the subway from Milpitas to 12th Street / Oakland City Centersubway
6h 23m
$512–779
Train to Long Beach Airport, fly to Oakland International Airport
1. Take the train from Lancaster to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane LGB - OAK
7h 22m
$76–378
Train, train to Ontario International Airport, fly to Oakland International Airport
1. Take the train from Lancaster to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Rancho Cucamongatrain
3. Fly from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane ONT - OAK
7h 56m
$260–778

Lancaster to Oakland by bus and subway

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11h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 420.6 mi
Duration: 5h 32m

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

You can take a bus from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to Lake Merritt via Bakersfield Amtrak, Bakersfield Train Station, Modesto Bus Stop, Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi, BART Dublin Station, and Dublin / Pleasanton in around 11h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lancaster to Oakland via Sylmar / San Fernando, Sylmar Station, Van Nuys / Keswick, and Van Nuys in around 14h 6m.

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