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Two ways to Travel from San Francisco to Downtown Oakland
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Transport providers
Train operators
Amtrak
Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Bus from San Francisco to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Once daily
BART
Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Powell Street to 12th
Ave. Duration:
14 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.81–$3.83
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Downtown Oakland?
The cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Downtown Oakland is to drive which costs $1.85 - $2.83 and takes 15 min.
What is the fastest way to get from San Francisco to Downtown Oakland?
The fastest way to get from San Francisco to Downtown Oakland is to BART which takes 14 min and costs $2.39 - $3.26 .
Is there a direct bus between San Francisco and Downtown Oakland?
Yes, there is an overnight bus departing from San Francisco and arriving at Oakland. This bus operates every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.
Is there a direct train between San Francisco and Downtown Oakland?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Powell Street and arriving at 12th Street / Oakland City Center. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.
How far is it from San Francisco to Downtown Oakland?
The distance between San Francisco and Downtown Oakland is 13 km. The road distance is 17 km.
How do I travel from San Francisco to Downtown Oakland without a car?
The best way to get from San Francisco to Downtown Oakland without a car is to BART which takes 14 min and costs $2.39 - $3.26 .
How long does it take to get from San Francisco to Downtown Oakland?
The BART from Powell Street to 12th Street / Oakland City Center takes 14 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.
Where do I catch the San Francisco to Downtown Oakland bus from?
San Francisco to Downtown Oakland bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Francisco station.
Where do I catch the San Francisco to Downtown Oakland train from?
San Francisco to Downtown Oakland train services, operated by BART, depart from Powell Street station.
Train, bus or fly from San Francisco to Downtown Oakland?
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Where does the San Francisco to Downtown Oakland bus arrive?
San Francisco to Downtown Oakland bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oakland station.
Where does the San Francisco to Downtown Oakland train arrive?
San Francisco to Downtown Oakland train services, operated by BART, arrive at 12th Street / Oakland City Center station.
Can I drive from San Francisco to Downtown Oakland?
Yes, the driving distance between San Francisco to Downtown Oakland is 17 km. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from San Francisco to Downtown Oakland.
Where can I stay near Downtown Oakland?
There are 797+ hotels available in Downtown Oakland. Prices start at $54.04 per night.
