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

The cheapest way to get from Stockton to Oakland is to bus and BART via Downtown Transit Center Lane A which costs $6 - $14 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stockton to Oakland is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs $13 - $19.

Is there a direct train between Stockton and Oakland?

No, there is no direct train from Stockton station to Oakland. However, there are services departing from Stockton - Robert J Cabral Station and arriving at Oakland via Fremont. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Stockton to Oakland?

The distance between Stockton and Oakland is 74 miles. The road distance is 72 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stockton to Oakland without a car is to bus and BART which takes 1h 56m and costs $22 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Stockton to Oakland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stockton to Oakland train from?

Stockton to Oakland train services, operated by Altamont Corridor Express, depart from Stockton - Robert J Cabral Station.

Where does the Stockton to Oakland train arrive?

Stockton to Oakland train services, operated by Altamont Corridor Express, arrive at Fremont Station.

Can I drive from Stockton to Oakland?

Yes, the driving distance between Stockton to Oakland is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Stockton to Oakland.

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

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Where can I stay near Oakland?

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Stockton to Oakland - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, BART, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Stockton to Oakland by bus, subway, train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus, BART
best
1. Take the bus from Stockton to Dublin-Pleasanton Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the subway from Dublin / Pleasanton to Lake Merrittsubway Blue-S
1h 56m
$22–31
Bus, BART via Downtown Transit Center Lane A
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Downtown Transit Center Lane A to Dublin/Pleasanton BARTbus 150
2. Take the subway from Dublin / Pleasanton to Lake Merrittsubway Blue-S
2h 46m
$6–14
Train
1. Take the train from Stockton - Robert J Cabral Station to Fremont Stationtrain Ace
2. Take the train from Fremont to Oaklandtrain Capitol Corridor
3h 8m
$20–32
Drive 71.6 mi
1. Drive from Stockton to Oaklandcar 71.6 mi
1h 14m
$14–19

Stockton to Oakland by bus and subway

7Weekly Services

1h 56mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 73.4 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

What companies run services between Stockton, San Joaquin County, CA, USA and Oakland, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Stockton - Robert J Cabral Station to Oakland via Fremont in around 3h 8m.

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