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

The cheapest way to get from Oakland to Paradise is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 3h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oakland to Paradise is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Oakland and Paradise?

No, there is no direct bus from Oakland to Paradise station. However, there are services departing from Oakland and arriving at Chico Bus Station via Sacramento Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Oakland and Paradise?

No, there is no direct train from Oakland to Paradise. However, there are services departing from Oakland and arriving at Chico Amtrak via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Oakland to Paradise?

The distance between Oakland and Paradise is 189 miles. The road distance is 159.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oakland to Paradise without a car is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs $95 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Oakland to Paradise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oakland to Paradise bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Oakland to Paradise train from?

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

Train or bus from Oakland to Paradise?

The best way to get from Oakland to Paradise is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs $95 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $100 and takes 4h 52m.

Where does the Oakland to Paradise bus arrive?

Oakland to Paradise bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

Where does the Oakland to Paradise train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Oakland to Paradise?

Yes, the driving distance between Oakland to Paradise is 160 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Oakland to Paradise.

Where can I stay near Paradise?

There are 37+ hotels available in Paradise.

Oakland to Paradise - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Oakland to Paradise by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Oakland to Chico Amtraktrain Coast Starlight
4h 38m
$95–164
Drive 159 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Oakland to Paradisecar 159 mi
3h 1m
$29–42
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Oakland to Sacramento Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0870
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Chico Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0500
4h 52m
$64–98

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Distance: 188.4 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Oakland to Chico Amtrak once daily. Tickets cost $55–120 and the journey takes 4h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Oakland to Paradise via Sacramento Bus Station and Chico Bus Station in around 4h 52m.

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