What is the cheapest way to get from Oakland to Mare Island?

The cheapest way to get from Oakland to Mare Island is to bus which costs $3 - $8 and takes 30 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Oakland to Mare Island?

The fastest way to get from Oakland to Mare Island is to bus which takes 30 min and costs $3 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Oakland and Mare Island?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Oakland and arriving at Vallejo Transit Center. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Oakland and Mare Island?

No, there is no direct ferry from Oakland to Mare Island. However, there are services departing from San Francisco Ferry Building Gate E and arriving at Vallejo Ferry Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Oakland to Mare Island?

The distance between Oakland and Mare Island is 25 miles. The road distance is 28.4 miles.

How do I travel from Oakland to Mare Island without a car?

The best way to get from Oakland to Mare Island without a car is to bus which takes 30 min and costs $3 - $8.

How long does it take to get from Oakland to Mare Island?

The bus from Oakland to Vallejo Transit Center takes 30 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Oakland to Mare Island bus from?

Oakland to Mare Island bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, depart from Oakland station.

Where does the Oakland to Mare Island bus arrive?

Oakland to Mare Island bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, arrive at Vallejo Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Oakland to Mare Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Oakland to Mare Island is 28 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Oakland to Mare Island.

How do I get a bus ticket from Oakland to Mare Island?

Book your Oakland to Mare Island bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Mare Island?

There are 197+ hotels available in Mare Island.

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There are 5 ways to get from Oakland to Mare Island by bus (Greyhound), ferry, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Oakland to Vallejo Transit Centerbus Greyhound US0870
30 min
$3–8
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from San Francisco Ferry Building Gate E to Vallejo Ferry Terminalferry Vjo
2h 17m
$17–22
Drive 28.2 mi
1. Drive from Oakland to Mare Islandcar 28.2 mi
35 min
$6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Oakland to Mare Islandtaxi 28.2 mi
35 min
$100–130
Ferry via Oakland Ferry Terminal
1. Take the ferry from Oakland Ferry Terminal to San Francisco Ferry Building Gate Gferry Oa
2. Take the ferry from San Francisco Ferry Building Gate E to Vallejo Ferry Terminalferry Vjo
2h 23m
$21–27

Oakland to Mare Island by bus

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Distance: 24.5 mi
Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between Oakland, CA, USA and Mare Island, CA, USA?

Greyhound-us operates a bus from Oakland to Vallejo Transit Center twice daily, and the journey takes 30 min. Greyhound USA also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, San Fransisco Bay Ferry operates a ferry from San Francisco Ferry Building Gate E to Vallejo Ferry Terminal every 2 hours. Tickets cost $14–18 and the journey takes 1h.

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