What is the cheapest way to get from Sacramento, CA to Oakland?

The cheapest way to get from Sacramento, CA to Oakland is to line 51 bus and bus which costs $14 - $28 and takes 4h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sacramento, CA to Oakland?

The fastest way to get from Sacramento, CA to Oakland is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Sacramento, CA and Oakland?

No, there is no direct bus from Sacramento, CA to Oakland. However, there are services departing from Stockton Blvd & 65Th St and arriving at Oakland via 8Th St & Capitol Ave and Sacramento Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Sacramento, CA to Oakland?

The distance between Sacramento, CA and Oakland is 98 miles. The road distance is 87.7 miles.

How do I travel from Sacramento, CA to Oakland without a car?

The best way to get from Sacramento, CA to Oakland without a car is to line 51 bus and train which takes 3h 34m and costs $30 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Sacramento, CA to Oakland?

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Sacramento, CA to Oakland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sacramento, CA to Oakland bus from?

Sacramento, CA to Oakland bus services, operated by Sacramento Regional Transit, depart from Stockton Blvd & 65Th St station.

Where does the Sacramento, CA to Oakland bus arrive?

Sacramento, CA to Oakland bus services, operated by Sacramento Regional Transit, arrive at 8Th St & Capitol Ave station.

Can I drive from Sacramento, CA to Oakland?

Yes, the driving distance between Sacramento, CA to Oakland is 88 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Sacramento, CA to Oakland.

Where can I stay near Oakland?

There are 797+ hotels available in Oakland.

Sacramento, CA to Oakland - 4 ways to travel via train, line 51 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Sacramento, CA to Oakland by bus, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or plane

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Line 51 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Stockton Blvd & 65Th St to 8Th St & K Stbus 51
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Oaklandtrain Capitol Corridor / ...
3h 34m
$30–62
Line 51 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stockton Blvd & 65Th St to 8Th St & Capitol Avebus 51
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Oaklandbus Greyhound US0870
4h 22m
$14–28
Drive 87.2 mi
1. Drive from Sacramento, CA to Oaklandcar 87.2 mi
1h 34m
$16–23
Line 51 bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Stockton Blvd & 65Th St to 8Th St & K Stbus
2. Fly from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane SMF - SFO
4h 5m
$466–770

Sacramento, CA to Oakland by bus, foot, and train

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3h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 97.6 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

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

You can take a bus from Stockton Blvd & 65Th St to Oakland via 8Th St & Capitol Ave, Richards Blvd & Sequoia Pacific Blvd, and Sacramento Bus Station in around 4h 22m.

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