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How to Travel from

San Carlos to Oakland

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Transport providers

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from San Carlos Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae
Ave. Duration:
17 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.98–$6.12

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Millbrae to 12th
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.84–$14.03
Train from San Bruno to 12th
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.72–$6.25

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:
$6.38–$39.55

SamTrans

Website:
samtrans.com
Bus from El Camino Real & San Carlos Ave to San
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.23

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from San Carlos to Oakland?

The cheapest way to get from San Carlos to Oakland is to bus and BART which costs $5 - $9.78 and takes 1h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Carlos to Oakland?

The fastest way to get from San Carlos to Oakland is to drive which takes 35 min and costs $5.43 - $8.70 .

Is there a direct bus between San Carlos and Oakland?

No, there is no direct bus from San Carlos to Oakland. However, there are services departing from El Camino Real & San Carlos Ave and arriving at Oakland via Redwood City Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

Is there a direct train between San Carlos and Oakland?

No, there is no direct train from San Carlos to Oakland. However, there are services departing from San Carlos Caltrain Northbound and arriving at 12th Street / Oakland City Center via Millbrae. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from San Carlos to Oakland?

The distance between San Carlos and Oakland is 57 km. The road distance is 52.7 km.

How do I travel from San Carlos to Oakland without a car?

The best way to get from San Carlos to Oakland without a car is to Caltrain and BART which takes 1h 20m and costs $13.04 - $17.39 .

How long does it take to get from San Carlos to Oakland?

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from San Carlos to Oakland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Carlos to Oakland bus from?

San Carlos to Oakland bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Redwood City Station.

Where do I catch the San Carlos to Oakland train from?

San Carlos to Oakland train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from San Carlos Caltrain Northbound station.

Where does the San Carlos to Oakland bus arrive?

San Carlos to Oakland bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Oakland station.

Where does the San Carlos to Oakland train arrive?

San Carlos to Oakland train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at Millbrae Caltrain Northbound station.

Can I drive from San Carlos to Oakland?

Yes, the driving distance between San Carlos to Oakland is 53 km. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from San Carlos to Oakland.

Where can I stay near Oakland?

There are 797+ hotels available in Oakland. Prices start at $54.04 per night.
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