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

The cheapest way to get from Oakland to Whitefish is to fly and drive which costs $85 - $360 and takes 6h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oakland to Whitefish is to fly which takes 4h 20m and costs $350 - $1,000.

Is there a direct train between Oakland and Whitefish?

No, there is no direct train from Oakland to Whitefish station. However, there are services departing from Oakland and arriving at Whitefish Amtrak Station via Portland. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 45m.

How far is it from Oakland to Whitefish?

The distance between Oakland and Whitefish is 885 miles. The road distance is 1081.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oakland to Whitefish without a car is to train which takes 32h 45m and costs $340 - $800.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Oakland to Whitefish, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oakland to Whitefish train from?

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

Train or fly from Oakland to Whitefish?

The best way to get from Oakland to Whitefish is to fly which takes 4h 20m and costs $350 - $1,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $340 - $800 and takes 32h 45m.

What is the time difference between Oakland and Whitefish?

Whitefish is 1h ahead of Oakland. It is currently 5:05 AM in Oakland and 6:05 AM in Whitefish.

Where does the Oakland to Whitefish train arrive?

Oakland to Whitefish train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Portland station.

Can I drive from Oakland to Whitefish?

Yes, the driving distance between Oakland to Whitefish is 1081 miles. It takes approximately 21h 23m to drive from Oakland to Whitefish.

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

Book your Oakland to Whitefish train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Whitefish?

There are 293+ hotels available in Whitefish.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Oakland to Whitefish by plane, train (Amtrak), car, or subway

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly San Francisco International Airport to Glacier Park International Airport
best
1. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Glacier Park International Airport (FCA)plane SFO - FCA
4h 20m
$356–958
Fly San Francisco International Airport to Missoula International Airport, drive
cheapest
1. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Missoula International Airport (MSO)plane SFO - MSO
2. Drive from Missoula-Airport-MSO to Whitefishcar
6h 32m
$89–358
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Oakland to Portlandtrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the train from Portland to Whitefish Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Builder
32h 45m
$348–773
Drive 1,075.1 mi
1. Drive from Oakland to Whitefishcar 1,075.1 mi
21h 23m
$197–284
Fly Oakland International Airport to Glacier Park International Airport
1. Fly from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Glacier Park International Airport (FCA)plane OAK - FCA
5h 56m
$140–541
BART to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, fly to Glacier Park International Airport
1. Take the subway from 12th Street / Oakland City Center to Milpitassubway
2. Fly from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) to Glacier Park International Airport (FCA)plane SJC - FCA
7h 12m
$145–547

Oakland to Whitefish by train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Trains

32h 45mAverage Duration

$348Cheapest Price

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Distance: 880 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Oakland, CA, USA and Whitefish, MT, USA?

United Airlines, Delta, and Alaska Airlines, Inc. fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Glacier Park International Airport (FCA) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Oakland to Whitefish Amtrak Station via Portland in around 32h 45m.

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How to get fromOakland to Whitefishby plane, train (Amtrak), car, or subway

There are 6 ways to get from Oakland to Whitefish by plane, train (Amtrak), car, or subway

Fly San Francisco International Airport to Glacier Park International Airport

Fly San Francisco International Airport to Missoula International Airport, drive

Train (Amtrak)

Drive 1,075.1 mi

Fly Oakland International Airport to Glacier Park International Airport

BART to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, fly to Glacier Park International Airport