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

The cheapest way to get from Oakland to California is to BART and bus via San Jose which costs $50 - $75 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Oakland to California is to BART and fly which takes 4h 10m and costs $310 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Oakland and California?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Oakland and arriving at Los Angeles Union Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Oakland and California?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Oakland and arriving at Los Angeles. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 2m.

How far is it from Oakland to California?

The distance between Oakland and California is 350 miles. The road distance is 372.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oakland to California without a car is to BART and bus via San Jose which takes 8h and costs $50 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Oakland to California, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oakland to California bus from?

Oakland to California bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Oakland station.

Where do I catch the Oakland to California train from?

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

Train or bus from Oakland to California?

The best way to get from Oakland to California is to train which takes 12h 2m and costs $150 - $310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $120 and takes 8h 45m.

Where does the Oakland to California bus arrive?

Oakland to California bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the Oakland to California train arrive?

Oakland to California train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Oakland to California?

Yes, the driving distance between Oakland to California is 372 miles. It takes approximately 6h 7m to drive from Oakland to California.

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

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

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Where can I stay near California?

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Oakland to California - 6 ways to travel via train, BART, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Oakland to California by subway, plane, bus, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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BART, fly
best
1. Take the subway from 12th Street / Oakland City Center to Coliseumsubway
2. Fly from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR)plane OAK - BUR
4h 10m
$311–666
BART, bus via San Jose
cheapest
1. Take the subway from 12th Street / Oakland City Center to Berryessa / North San Josesubway Orange-S
2. Take the bus from San Jose, CA - Huong Lan Sandwich to Los Angeles, CA - Chinatown Stationbus San Jose
8h
$54–75
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Oakland to Los Angelestrain Coast Starlight
12h 2m
$150–310
Drive 370 mi
1. Drive from Oakland to Los Angelescar 370 mi
6h 7m
$68–98
Bus
1. Take the bus from Oakland to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US0831 / ...
8h 45m
$55–120
BART, bus
1. Take the subway from 12th Street / Oakland City Center to Berryessa / North San Josesubway Orange-S
2. Take the bus from San Jose to Los Angeles Downtownbus San José
11h 4m
$54–85

Oakland to California by subway and bus

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Distance: 347.7 mi
Duration: 4h 10m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Oakland to Los Angeles once daily. Tickets cost $150–310 and the journey takes 12h 2m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Oakland to Los Angeles Union Station once daily. Tickets cost $60–120 and the journey takes 8h 45m. Flixbus USA also services this route 4 times a week.

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