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

The cheapest way to get from Sacramento to Alameda is to bus which costs $12 - $24 and takes 1h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sacramento to Alameda is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs $15 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Sacramento and Alameda?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sacramento Bus Station station and arriving at Oakland. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Sacramento and Alameda?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sacramento and arriving at Oakland. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Sacramento to Alameda?

The distance between Sacramento and Alameda is 81 miles. The road distance is 84.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sacramento to Alameda without a car is to bus which takes 1h 55m and costs $12 - $24.

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

The bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Oakland takes 1h 55m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Sacramento to Alameda bus from?

Sacramento to Alameda bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Sacramento Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Sacramento to Alameda train from?

Sacramento to Alameda train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Sacramento station.

Train, bus or fly from Sacramento to Alameda?

The best way to get from Sacramento to Alameda is to bus which takes 1h 55m and costs $12 - $24. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $29 - $60 and takes 1h 57m, you could also fly, which costs $460 - $800 and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the Sacramento to Alameda bus arrive?

Sacramento to Alameda bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Oakland station.

Where does the Sacramento to Alameda train arrive?

Sacramento to Alameda train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oakland station.

Can I drive from Sacramento to Alameda?

Yes, the driving distance between Sacramento to Alameda is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Sacramento to Alameda.

How do I get a train ticket from Sacramento to Alameda?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Sacramento to Alameda?

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Where can I stay near Alameda?

There are 828+ hotels available in Alameda.

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

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Oaklandbus Greyhound US0870
1h 55m
$12–24
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Sacramento to Oaklandtrain Capitol Corridor / ...
1h 57m
$29–60
Drive 83.6 mi
1. Drive from Sacramento to Alamedacar 83.6 mi
1h 32m
$16–22
Fly
1. Fly from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane SMF - SFO
2h 55m
$463–767

Sacramento to Alameda by bus (Greyhound)

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Distance: 80.7 mi
Duration: 1h 55m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Oakland 3 times a day. Tickets cost $12–24 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Sacramento to Oakland hourly. Tickets cost $29–60 and the journey takes 1h 57m.

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