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

The cheapest way to get from Watsonville to Oakland is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 1h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watsonville to Oakland is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Watsonville and Oakland?

No, there is no direct bus from Watsonville to Oakland. However, there are services departing from Rodriguez / Second and arriving at Oakland via Salinas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Watsonville and Oakland?

No, there is no direct train from Watsonville to Oakland. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at Oakland via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Watsonville to Oakland?

The distance between Watsonville and Oakland is 94 miles. The road distance is 85.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watsonville to Oakland without a car is to line 1 bus and bus and BART which takes 3h 55m and costs $18 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Watsonville to Oakland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watsonville to Oakland bus from?

Watsonville to Oakland bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, depart from Rodriguez / Second station.

Where do I catch the Watsonville to Oakland train from?

Watsonville to Oakland train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Salinas station.

Train or bus from Watsonville to Oakland?

The best way to get from Watsonville to Oakland is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs $28 - $70. Alternatively, you can line 28 bus and bus, which costs $30 - $45 and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the Watsonville to Oakland bus arrive?

Watsonville to Oakland bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, arrive at Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1 station.

Where does the Watsonville to Oakland train arrive?

Watsonville to Oakland train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oakland station.

Can I drive from Watsonville to Oakland?

Yes, the driving distance between Watsonville to Oakland is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Watsonville to Oakland.

Where can I stay near Oakland?

There are 775+ hotels available in Oakland.

Watsonville to Oakland - 5 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, bus, and BART

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There are 5 ways to get from Watsonville to Oakland by bus, subway, train (Amtrak), car, train, or bus (Amtrak)

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Line 1 bus, bus, BART
best
1. Take the bus from E Beach & Union to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 1
2. Take the bus from Front to Diridon Stationbus 17
3. Take the subway from Berryessa / North San Jose to 12th Street / Oakland City Centersubway
3h 55m
$18–32
Drive 85.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Watsonville to Oaklandcar 85.1 mi
1h 33m
$16–23
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Salinas to Oaklandtrain Coast Starlight
4h 40m
$29–68
Line 1 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from E Beach & Union to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 1
2. Take the bus from Front to Diridon Stationbus 17
3. Take the train from San Jose to Oaklandtrain
4h 25m
$20–43
Line 28 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Rodriguez / Second to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1bus 28 / ...
2. Take the bus from Salinas to Oaklandbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 48m
$31–43

Watsonville to Oakland by bus and subway

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3h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 93.1 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Watsonville, CA, USA and Oakland, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Salinas to Oakland once daily. Tickets cost $26–65 and the journey takes 2h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rodriguez / Second to Oakland via Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1 and Salinas in around 4h 48m.

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