What is the cheapest way to get from San Jose State University to Oakland?

The cheapest way to get from San Jose State University to Oakland is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 44 min.

What is the fastest way to get from San Jose State University to Oakland?

The fastest way to get from San Jose State University to Oakland is to drive which takes 44 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between San Jose State University and Oakland?

No, there is no direct bus from San Jose State University to Oakland. However, there are services departing from Santa Clara & 5th and arriving at Oakland via San Jose Diridon Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

Is there a direct train between San Jose State University and Oakland?

No, there is no direct train from San Jose State University to Oakland. However, there are services departing from Berryessa / North San Jose and arriving at 12th Street / Oakland City Center via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from San Jose State University to Oakland?

The distance between San Jose State University and Oakland is 42 miles. The road distance is 40.8 miles.

How do I travel from San Jose State University to Oakland without a car?

The best way to get from San Jose State University to Oakland without a car is to BART which takes 1h 25m and costs $9 - $15.

How long does it take to get from San Jose State University to Oakland?

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from San Jose State University to Oakland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Jose State University to Oakland bus from?

San Jose State University to Oakland bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from San Jose Diridon Station.

Where do I catch the San Jose State University to Oakland train from?

San Jose State University to Oakland train services, operated by BART, depart from Berryessa / North San Jose station.

Where does the San Jose State University to Oakland bus arrive?

San Jose State University to Oakland bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Oakland station.

Where does the San Jose State University to Oakland train arrive?

San Jose State University to Oakland train services, operated by BART, arrive at 12th Street / Oakland City Center station.

Can I drive from San Jose State University to Oakland?

Yes, the driving distance between San Jose State University to Oakland is 41 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from San Jose State University to Oakland.

Where can I stay near Oakland?

There are 797+ hotels available in Oakland.

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There are 4 ways to get from San Jose State University to Oakland by subway, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or taxi

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BART
best
1. Take the subway from Berryessa / North San Jose to 12th Street / Oakland City Centersubway Orange-N
1h 25m
$10–15
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from San Jose Diridon Station to Oaklandbus Greyhound US0831 / ...
2h 9m
$8–20
Drive 40.6 mi
1. Drive from San Jose State University to Oaklandcar 40.6 mi
44 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from San Jose State University to Oaklandtaxi 40.6 mi
44 min
$150–180

San Jose State University to Oakland by foot, bus, and subway

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Distance: 41.9 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between San Jose State University, CA, USA and Oakland, CA, USA?

BART operates a subway from Berryessa / North San Jose to 12th Street / Oakland City Center every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from San Jose Diridon Station to Oakland 3 times a day. Tickets cost $6–13 and the journey takes 55 min. Flixbus USA also services this route once daily.

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