What is the cheapest way to get from Petaluma to Alameda?

The cheapest way to get from Petaluma to Alameda is to drive which costs $8 - $12 and takes 55 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Petaluma to Alameda?

The fastest way to get from Petaluma to Alameda is to drive which takes 55 min and costs $8 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Petaluma and Alameda?

No, there is no direct bus from Petaluma to Alameda. However, there are services departing from Petaluma Blvd S & F St and arriving at Battery St & Sacramento St via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Petaluma to Alameda?

The distance between Petaluma and Alameda is 46 miles. The road distance is 45.5 miles.

How do I travel from Petaluma to Alameda without a car?

The best way to get from Petaluma to Alameda without a car is to bus which takes 1h 28m and costs $10 - $16.

How long does it take to get from Petaluma to Alameda?

It takes approximately 1h 28m to get from Petaluma to Alameda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Petaluma to Alameda bus from?

Petaluma to Alameda bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, depart from Petaluma Blvd S & F St station.

Where does the Petaluma to Alameda bus arrive?

Petaluma to Alameda bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, arrive at Battery St & Sacramento St station.

Can I drive from Petaluma to Alameda?

Yes, the driving distance between Petaluma to Alameda is 46 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Petaluma to Alameda.

Where can I stay near Alameda?

There are 741+ hotels available in Alameda.

Petaluma to Alameda - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 101 bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Petaluma to Alameda by bus, train, car, taxi, or subway

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Petaluma Blvd S & F St to Battery St & Sacramento Stbus 172
1h 28m
$10–15
Drive 45.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Petaluma to Alamedacar 45.3 mi
55 min
$9–12
Train, line 101 bus
1. Take the train from SMART Petaluma Downtown to SMART San Rafaeltrain Smart
2. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to Mission St & 2nd Stbus 101
2h 3m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Petaluma to Alamedataxi 45.3 mi
55 min
$160–200
Train, line 580 bus, BART
1. Take the train from SMART Petaluma Downtown to SMART San Rafaeltrain
2. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B to El Cerrito del Norte BART Stationbus 580
3. Take the subway from El Cerrito Del Norte to Lake Merrittsubway
2h 22m
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Petaluma to Martinezbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Martinez to Oaklandtrain Capitol Corridor / ...
2h 59m
$24–40

Petaluma to Alameda by bus, foot, and subway

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1h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 45.3 mi
Duration: 1h 28m

What companies run services between Petaluma, CA, USA and Alameda, Alameda County, CA, USA?

Golden Gate Transit operates a bus from Petaluma Blvd S & F St to Battery St & Sacramento St every 4 hours. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 13m.

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