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

The cheapest way to get from Sacramento to Oakland is to bus which costs $12 - $25 and takes 1h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sacramento to Oakland is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs $14 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Sacramento and Oakland?

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

Is there a direct train between Sacramento and Oakland?

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 Oakland?

The distance between Sacramento and Oakland is 81 miles. The road distance is 80.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sacramento to Oakland without a car is to bus which takes 1h 55m and costs $12 - $25.

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

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

Where do I catch the Sacramento to Oakland bus from?

Sacramento to Oakland bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, depart from Sacramento Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Sacramento to Oakland train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Sacramento to Oakland?

The best way to get from Sacramento to Oakland is to bus which takes 1h 55m and costs $12 - $25. 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 Oakland bus arrive?

Sacramento to Oakland bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, arrive at Oakland station.

Where does the Sacramento to Oakland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sacramento to Oakland?

Yes, the driving distance between Sacramento to Oakland is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Sacramento to Oakland.

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

Book your Sacramento to Oakland train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Sacramento to Oakland bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Oakland?

There are 776+ hotels available in Oakland.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Oaklandbus Greyhound US0870
1h 55m
$12–25
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Sacramento to Oaklandtrain Capitol Corridor / ...
1h 57m
$29–60
Drive 80.4 mi
1. Drive from Sacramento to Oaklandcar 80.4 mi
1h 27m
$15–22
Fly
1. Fly from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane SMF - SFO
2h 55m
$463–767

Sacramento to Oakland by bus

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Distance: 80.7 mi
Duration: 1h 55m

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

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

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