What is the cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Oakland Convention Center?

The cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Oakland Convention Center is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from San Francisco to Oakland Convention Center?

The fastest way to get from San Francisco to Oakland Convention Center is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $40 - $55.

Is there a direct ferry between San Francisco and Oakland Convention Center?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from San Francisco Ferry Building Gate G and arriving at Oakland Ferry Terminal. Services depart every two hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

Is there a direct train between San Francisco and Oakland Convention Center?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Powell Street and arriving at 12th Street / Oakland City Center. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

How far is it from San Francisco to Oakland Convention Center?

The distance between San Francisco and Oakland Convention Center is 8 miles. The road distance is 10.8 miles.

How long does it take to get from San Francisco to Oakland Convention Center?

The BART from Powell Street to 12th Street / Oakland City Center takes 15 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the San Francisco to Oakland Convention Center train from?

San Francisco to Oakland Convention Center train services, operated by BART, depart from Powell Street station.

Where does the San Francisco to Oakland Convention Center train arrive?

San Francisco to Oakland Convention Center train services, operated by BART, arrive at 12th Street / Oakland City Center station.

Can I drive from San Francisco to Oakland Convention Center?

Yes, the driving distance between San Francisco to Oakland Convention Center is 11 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from San Francisco to Oakland Convention Center.

Where can I stay near Oakland Convention Center?

There are 764+ hotels available in Oakland Convention Center.

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Q: How do I travel from San Francisco to Oakland Convention Center without a car?

The best way to get from San Francisco to Oakland Convention Center without a car is to BART which takes 17 min and costs $2 - $4.

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There are 5 ways to get from San Francisco to Oakland Convention Center by subway, ferry, taxi, or car

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BART
best
1. Take the subway from Powell Street to 12th Street / Oakland City Centersubway Yellow-N / ...
17 min
$2–4
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from San Francisco Ferry Building Gate G to Oakland Ferry Terminalferry Oa
39 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from San Francisco to Oakland Convention Centertaxi 10.8 mi
16 min
$40–55
Drive 10.8 mi
1. Drive from San Francisco to Oakland Convention Centercar 10.8 mi
16 min
$2–3
BART via 16th Street / Mission
1. Take the subway from 16th Street / Mission to 12th Street / Oakland City Centersubway Yellow-N / ...
21 min
$3–5

San Francisco to Oakland Convention Center by subway and foot

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Distance: 8.4 mi
Duration: 17 min

What companies run services between San Francisco, CA, USA and Oakland Convention Center, CA, USA?

BART operates a subway from Powell Street to 12th Street / Oakland City Center every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $2–4 and the journey takes 15 min. Alternatively, San Fransisco Bay Ferry operates a ferry from San Francisco Ferry Building Gate G to Oakland Ferry Terminal every 2 hours. Tickets cost $6–9 and the journey takes 25 min.

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