How to Travel from

Palo Alto to Oakland

by Rideshare, Route or Car

United States of America Palo Alto Oakland

Cheapest

By car (54 km)

39 min

54 km.

from $2

Other

Rideshare

39 min

54 km.

from $2.93

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:

+1 800-660-4287

Website:

caltrain.com

Train from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae

Ave. Duration:

31 min

Frequency:

Every 30 minutes

Estimated price:

$6.39–$8.30

BART

Phone:

+1-510-464-6000

Website:

bart.gov

Train from Millbrae to 12th

Ave. Duration:

49 min

Frequency:

Every 30 minutes

Estimated price:

$10.86–$14.05

Train from San Bruno to 12th

Ave. Duration:

40 min

Frequency:

Every 15 minutes

Estimated price:

$4.73–$6.26

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:

+1 (855) 626-8585

Website:

flixbus.com

Bus from Redwood City Station to Oakland

Ave. Duration:

55 min

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$6.39–$39.60

SamTrans

Website:

samtrans.com

Bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to San

Ave. Duration:

1h 30m

Frequency:

Every 20 minutes

Estimated price:

$1.21–$5.24

Bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to Redwood

Ave. Duration:

21 min

Frequency:

Every 20 minutes

Estimated price:

$1.21–$5.24

What is the cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Oakland?

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Oakland is to bus and BART which costs $5 - $9.78 and takes 2h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Oakland?

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Oakland is to drive which takes 39 min and costs $5.98 - $9.24 .

Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and Oakland?

No, there is no direct bus from Palo Alto to Oakland. However, there are services departing from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 and arriving at Oakland via Redwood City Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Palo Alto and Oakland?

No, there is no direct train from Palo Alto to Oakland. However, there are services departing from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound and arriving at 12th Street / Oakland City Center via Millbrae. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Oakland?

The distance between Palo Alto and Oakland is 70 km. The road distance is 54.8 km.

How do I travel from Palo Alto to Oakland without a car?

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Oakland without a car is to Caltrain and BART which takes 1h 34m and costs $14.13 - $19.57 .

How long does it take to get from Palo Alto to Oakland?

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Palo Alto to Oakland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Oakland bus from?

Palo Alto to Oakland bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 station.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Oakland train from?

Palo Alto to Oakland train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound station.

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Where does the Palo Alto to Oakland bus arrive?

Palo Alto to Oakland bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at Redwood City Caltrain-Lane B station.

Where does the Palo Alto to Oakland train arrive?

Palo Alto to Oakland train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at Millbrae Caltrain Northbound station.

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Oakland?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Oakland is 55 km. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Palo Alto to Oakland.

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Transport providers

Train operators

Caltrain

BART

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

SamTrans

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Oakland?

What is the fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Oakland?

Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and Oakland?

Is there a direct train between Palo Alto and Oakland?

How far is it from Palo Alto to Oakland?

How do I travel from Palo Alto to Oakland without a car?

How long does it take to get from Palo Alto to Oakland?

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Oakland bus from?

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Oakland train from?

Train, bus or fly from Palo Alto to Oakland?

Where does the Palo Alto to Oakland bus arrive?

Where does the Palo Alto to Oakland train arrive?

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Oakland?

Where can I stay near Oakland?