What is the cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Lake Oroville?

The cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Lake Oroville is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 2h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Francisco to Lake Oroville?

The fastest way to get from San Francisco to Lake Oroville is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between San Francisco and Lake Oroville?

No, there is no direct bus from San Francisco station to Lake Oroville. However, there are services departing from San Francisco Bus Station and arriving at Oroville Amtrak Bus Stop via Richards Blvd & Sequoia Pacific Blvd and Sacramento. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

How far is it from San Francisco to Lake Oroville?

The distance between San Francisco and Lake Oroville is 175 miles. The road distance is 153.5 miles.

How do I travel from San Francisco to Lake Oroville without a car?

The best way to get from San Francisco to Lake Oroville without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 48m and costs $75 - $130.

How long does it take to get from San Francisco to Lake Oroville?

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from San Francisco to Lake Oroville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Francisco to Lake Oroville bus from?

San Francisco to Lake Oroville bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from San Francisco Bus Station.

Where does the San Francisco to Lake Oroville bus arrive?

San Francisco to Lake Oroville bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

Can I drive from San Francisco to Lake Oroville?

Yes, the driving distance between San Francisco to Lake Oroville is 153 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from San Francisco to Lake Oroville.

Where can I stay near Lake Oroville?

There are 20+ hotels available in Lake Oroville.

San Francisco to Lake Oroville - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from San Francisco to Lake Oroville by train, bus, bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), or car

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Train, bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Richmond to Sacramentotrain Capitol Corridor / ...
2. Take the bus from Sacramento to Oroville Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 48m
$75–124
Drive 152.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Francisco to Lake Orovillecar 152.6 mi
2h 56m
$28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from San Francisco Bus Station to Sacramento Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0870
2. Take the bus from Sacramento to Oroville Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 53m
$66–95

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Distance: 173.9 mi
Duration: 5h 48m

What companies run services between San Francisco, CA, USA and Lake Oroville, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from San Francisco Bus Station to Lake Oroville via Sacramento Bus Station, Richards Blvd & Sequoia Pacific Blvd, 7Th St & Capitol Ave, 8th & Capitol Station, 8th & K Station, Sacramento, and Oroville Amtrak Bus Stop in around 5h 53m.

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