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

The cheapest way to get from Palmdale to Oakland is to drive which costs $60 - $95 and takes 6h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palmdale to Oakland is to train and fly which takes 5h 10m and costs $190 - $750.

Is there a direct train between Palmdale and Oakland?

No, there is no direct train from Palmdale station to Oakland. However, there are services departing from Palmdale Station and arriving at Oakland via Van Nuys. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 57m.

How far is it from Palmdale to Oakland?

The distance between Palmdale and Oakland is 416 miles. The road distance is 355.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palmdale to Oakland without a car is to train and bus which takes 10h 1m and costs $70 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Palmdale to Oakland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palmdale to Oakland train from?

Palmdale to Oakland train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Palmdale Station.

Where does the Palmdale to Oakland train arrive?

Palmdale to Oakland train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at Sylmar / San Fernando station.

Can I drive from Palmdale to Oakland?

Yes, the driving distance between Palmdale to Oakland is 355 miles. It takes approximately 6h 9m to drive from Palmdale to Oakland.

Where can I stay near Oakland?

There are 791+ hotels available in Oakland.

Palmdale to Oakland - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and BART

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There are 11 ways to get from Palmdale to Oakland by train, plane, bus, train (Amtrak), car, or subway

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Train to Burbank Bob Hope Airport, fly to San Francisco International Airport
best
1. Take the train from Palmdale Station to Burbank - Downtowntrain
2. Fly from Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane BUR - SFO
5h 23m
$182–580
Train, bus, BART
cheapest
1. Take the train from Palmdale Station to Sylmar / San Fernandotrain
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles - Pacoima to San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephantbus
3. Take the subway from Berryessa / North San Jose to 12th Street / Oakland City Centersubway
11h 23m
$64–94
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Palmdale Station to Glendaletrain AV Line
2. Take the bus from Glendale Bus Stop to Oaklandbus Greyhound US0831
10h 1m
$70–134
Train
1. Take the train from Palmdale Station to Sylmar / San Fernandotrain AV Line
2. Take the train from Van Nuys to Oaklandtrain Coast Starlight
13h 57m
$120–284
Drive 353 mi
1. Drive from Palmdale to Oaklandcar 353 mi
6h 9m
$65–94
Train to Burbank Bob Hope Airport, fly to Oakland International Airport
1. Take the train from Palmdale Station to Burbank - Downtowntrain
2. Fly from Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane BUR - OAK
5h 10m
$195–723
Train to Los Angeles International Airport, fly to Oakland International Airport
1. Take the train from Palmdale Station to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane LAX - OAK
5h 43m
$312–1,335
Train to Burbank Bob Hope Airport, fly to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, BART
1. Take the train from Palmdale Station to Burbank - Downtowntrain
2. Fly from Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR) to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC)plane BUR - SJC
3. Take the subway from Milpitas to 12th Street / Oakland City Centersubway
6h 14m
$491–779
Train to Long Beach Airport, fly to Oakland International Airport
1. Take the train from Palmdale Station to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane LGB - OAK
7h 13m
$96–508
Bus to Meadows Field Airport, fly to San Francisco International Airport
1. Take the bus from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to GET Downtown Transit Centerbus
2. Fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane BFL - SFO
6h 53m
$72–284
Train, train to Ontario International Airport, fly to Oakland International Airport
1. Take the train from Palmdale Station to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Rancho Cucamongatrain
3. Fly from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane ONT - OAK
7h 47m
$260–778

Palmdale to Oakland by train and bus

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Distance: 413.2 mi
Duration: 5h 23m

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

You can take a train from Palmdale Station to Oakland via Sylmar / San Fernando, Sylmar Station, Van Nuys / Keswick, and Van Nuys in around 13h 57m.

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