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Duration 1h 38m
Distance 33.3 miles
Average price $18
Frequency Hourly

Trip overview

The average train between Oakland and Silicon Valley takes 1h 38m and the fastest train takes 1h 24m. There is an hourly train service from Oakland to Silicon Valley. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

BART, Caltrain

  1. 12th Street / Oakland City Center
  2. Millbrae Caltrain Southbound
  3. Silicon Valley
1h 34m
$16 - $20

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

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The distance between Oakland and Silicon Valley is 42 miles. The road distance is 33.3 miles.

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Oakland to Silicon Valley train services, operated by BART, depart from 12th Street / Oakland City Center station.

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Oakland to Silicon Valley train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound station.

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