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

The cheapest way to get from Mendocino to Oakland is to bus which costs $18 - $45 and takes 6h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mendocino to Oakland is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Mendocino and Oakland?

No, there is no direct bus from Mendocino to Oakland. However, there are services departing from Main St & Lansing St and arriving at Battery St & Sacramento St via Santa Rosa Transit Mall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

How far is it from Mendocino to Oakland?

The distance between Mendocino and Oakland is 196 miles. The road distance is 157.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mendocino to Oakland without a car is to bus which takes 6h 37m and costs $18 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 6h 37m to get from Mendocino to Oakland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mendocino to Oakland bus from?

Mendocino to Oakland bus services, operated by Mendocino Transit Authority, depart from Main St & Lansing St station.

Where does the Mendocino to Oakland bus arrive?

Mendocino to Oakland bus services, operated by Mendocino Transit Authority, arrive at 2nd Street Transit Mall station.

Can I drive from Mendocino to Oakland?

Yes, the driving distance between Mendocino to Oakland is 158 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Mendocino to Oakland.

Where can I stay near Oakland?

There are 776+ hotels available in Oakland.

Mendocino to Oakland - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Mendocino to Oakland by bus, car, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Main St & Lansing St to 2nd Street Transit Mallbus 65
2. Take the bus from Santa Rosa Transit Mall to Battery St & Sacramento Stbus 172
6h 37m
$19–41
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Main St & Lansing St to Sonoma County Airportbus 65
2. Take the train from SMART Windsor to SMART San Rafaeltrain Smart
7h 58m
$16–46
Drive 156.8 mi
1. Drive from Mendocino to Oaklandcar 156.8 mi
3h 18m
$29–42
Bus via San Francisco International Airport
1. Take the bus from St. Anthony's Church to Sonoma County Airportbus 65
2. Take the bus from Sonoma Co Airport Terminal to San Francisco Airportbus San Francisco Airport
7h 24m
$42–112

Mendocino to Oakland by bus, foot, and subway

7Weekly Services

6h 37mAverage Duration

$19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 194.4 mi
Duration: 6h 37m

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

You can take a bus from Main St & Lansing St to 12th Street / Oakland City Center via Santa Rosa Transit Mall, Battery St & Sacramento St, and Embarcadero in around 6h 37m.

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