What is the cheapest way to get from Sunnyvale Caltrain Station to Alameda?

The cheapest way to get from Sunnyvale Caltrain Station to Alameda is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 45 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Sunnyvale Caltrain Station to Alameda?

The fastest way to get from Sunnyvale Caltrain Station to Alameda is to drive which takes 45 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Sunnyvale Caltrain Station and Alameda?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunnyvale Caltrain Station station to Alameda. However, there are services departing from San Jose Diridon Station and arriving at Oakland via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Sunnyvale Caltrain Station and Alameda?

No, there is no direct train from Sunnyvale Caltrain Station to Alameda. However, there are services departing from Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound and arriving at 12th Street / Oakland City Center via Millbrae. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Sunnyvale Caltrain Station to Alameda?

The distance between Sunnyvale Caltrain Station and Alameda is 44 miles. The road distance is 40.6 miles.

How do I travel from Sunnyvale Caltrain Station to Alameda without a car?

The best way to get from Sunnyvale Caltrain Station to Alameda without a car is to line 20 bus and BART which takes 1h 35m and costs $8 - $14.

How long does it take to get from Sunnyvale Caltrain Station to Alameda?

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Sunnyvale Caltrain Station to Alameda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunnyvale Caltrain Station to Alameda bus from?

Sunnyvale Caltrain Station to Alameda bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from San Jose Diridon Station.

Where do I catch the Sunnyvale Caltrain Station to Alameda train from?

Sunnyvale Caltrain Station to Alameda train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound station.

Train or bus from Sunnyvale Caltrain Station to Alameda?

The best way to get from Sunnyvale Caltrain Station to Alameda is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs $16 - $35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $11 - $20 and takes 2h 14m.

Where does the Sunnyvale Caltrain Station to Alameda bus arrive?

Sunnyvale Caltrain Station to Alameda bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Oakland station.

Where does the Sunnyvale Caltrain Station to Alameda train arrive?

Sunnyvale Caltrain Station to Alameda train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at Millbrae Caltrain Northbound station.

Can I drive from Sunnyvale Caltrain Station to Alameda?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunnyvale Caltrain Station to Alameda is 41 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Sunnyvale Caltrain Station to Alameda.

Where can I stay near Alameda?

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Sunnyvale Caltrain Station to Alameda - 6 ways to travel via train

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There are 6 ways to get from Sunnyvale Caltrain Station to Alameda by bus, subway, train, car, taxi, train (Amtrak), or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Line 20 bus, BART
best
1. Take the bus from Sunnyvale Transit Center to Milpitas BARTbus 20
2. Take the subway from Milpitas to Fruitvalesubway Orange-N / ...
1h 35m
$8–14
Caltrain, BART
1. Take the train from Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2. Take the subway from Millbrae to 12th Street / Oakland City Centersubway Red-N / ...
1h 45m
$18–22
Drive 40.4 mi
1. Drive from Sunnyvale Caltrain Station to Alamedacar 40.4 mi
45 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sunnyvale Caltrain Station to Alamedataxi 40.4 mi
45 min
$140–180
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Santa Clara Amtrak to Oaklandtrain Capitol Corridor
2h 7m
$17–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from San Jose Diridon Station to Oaklandbus Greyhound US0831 / ...
2h 14m
$11–19

Sunnyvale Caltrain Station to Alameda by bus and subway

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Distance: 43.3 mi
Duration: 1h 35m

What companies run services between Sunnyvale Caltrain Station, CA, USA and Alameda, Alameda County, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Santa Clara Amtrak to Oakland every 4 hours. Tickets cost $13–28 and the journey takes 59 min. Alternatively, Jefferson Lines operates a bus from San Jose Diridon Station to Oakland twice daily. Tickets cost $22–30 and the journey takes 1h. Two other operators also service this route.

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