What is the cheapest way to get from Silicon Valley to Oakland?

The cheapest way to get from Silicon Valley to Oakland is to drive which costs $6 - $9 and takes 41 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Silicon Valley to Oakland?

The fastest way to get from Silicon Valley to Oakland is to drive which takes 41 min and costs $6 - $9.

Is there a direct train between Silicon Valley and Oakland?

No, there is no direct train from Silicon Valley to Oakland. However, there are services departing from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound and arriving at 12th Street / Oakland City Center via Millbrae. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

How far is it from Silicon Valley to Oakland?

The distance between Silicon Valley and Oakland is 42 miles. The road distance is 33.5 miles.

How do I travel from Silicon Valley to Oakland without a car?

The best way to get from Silicon Valley to Oakland without a car is to Caltrain and BART which takes 1h 32m and costs $16 - $21.

How long does it take to get from Silicon Valley to Oakland?

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Silicon Valley to Oakland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Silicon Valley to Oakland train from?

Silicon Valley to Oakland train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound station.

Where does the Silicon Valley to Oakland train arrive?

Silicon Valley to Oakland train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at Millbrae Caltrain Northbound station.

Can I drive from Silicon Valley to Oakland?

Yes, the driving distance between Silicon Valley to Oakland is 34 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Silicon Valley to Oakland.

Where can I stay near Oakland?

There are 776+ hotels available in Oakland.

Silicon Valley to Oakland - 4 ways to travel via Caltrain, BART, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Silicon Valley to Oakland by train, subway, bus, car, or taxi

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Caltrain, BART
best
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2. Take the subway from Millbrae to 12th Street / Oakland City Centersubway Red-N / ...
1h 32m
$16–21
Bus, BART
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to San Bruno BART-Bay 5bus Ecr
2. Take the subway from San Bruno to 12th Street / Oakland City Centersubway Yellow-N / ...
2h 19m
$7–10
Drive 33.3 mi
1. Drive from Silicon Valley to Oaklandcar 33.3 mi
41 min
$7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Silicon Valley to Oaklandtaxi 33.3 mi
41 min
$120–150

Silicon Valley to Oakland by train and subway

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1h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 41.8 mi
Duration: 1h 32m

What companies run services between Silicon Valley, CA, USA and Oakland, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Silicon Valley to Oakland. However, you can take the train to Millbrae Caltrain Northbound, walk to Millbrae, then take the subway to 12th Street / Oakland City Center. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to 12th Street / Oakland City Center via San Bruno BART-Bay 5 and San Bruno in around 2h 19m.

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