What is the cheapest way to get from Alameda to California?

The cheapest way to get from Alameda to California is to BART and bus which costs $45 - $75 and takes 10h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alameda to California?

The fastest way to get from Alameda to California is to BART and fly which takes 4h 7m and costs $60 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Alameda and California?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Oakland and arriving at Los Angeles Union Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Alameda and California?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Oakland and arriving at Los Angeles. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 2m.

How far is it from Alameda to California?

The distance between Alameda and California is 349 miles. The road distance is 370.6 miles.

How do I travel from Alameda to California without a car?

The best way to get from Alameda to California without a car is to bus which takes 8h 35m and costs $45 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Alameda to California?

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Alameda to California, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alameda to California bus from?

Alameda to California bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Oakland station.

Where do I catch the Alameda to California train from?

Alameda to California train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Oakland station.

Train or bus from Alameda to California?

The best way to get from Alameda to California is to bus which takes 8h 35m and costs $45 - $120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $110 - $260 and takes 12h 2m.

Where does the Alameda to California bus arrive?

Alameda to California bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the Alameda to California train arrive?

Alameda to California train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Alameda to California?

Yes, the driving distance between Alameda to California is 371 miles. It takes approximately 6h 6m to drive from Alameda to California.

How do I get a train ticket from Alameda to California?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Alameda to California?

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Alameda to California - 5 ways to travel via train, BART, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Alameda to California by subway, plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

BART, fly
best
1. Take the subway from Lake Merritt to Coliseumsubway
2. Fly from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR)plane OAK - BUR
4h 7m
$64–386
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Oakland to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US0831
8h 35m
$45–120
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Oakland to Los Angelestrain Coast Starlight
12h 2m
$110–260
Drive 368.4 mi
1. Drive from Alameda to Los Angelescar 368.4 mi
6h 6m
$68–98
BART, bus
1. Take the subway from Fruitvale to Berryessa / North San Josesubway Orange-S / ...
2. Take the bus from San Jose to Los Angeles Downtownbus San José
10h 57m
$48–73

Alameda to California by bus

11Weekly Buses

8h 35mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 346.9 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Alameda, Alameda County, CA, USA and California, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Oakland to Los Angeles Union Station once daily. Tickets cost $65–120 and the journey takes 8h 35m. Flixbus USA also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Oakland to Los Angeles once daily. Tickets cost $110–260 and the journey takes 12h 2m.

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