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

The cheapest way to get from Alameda to Palmdale is to BART and bus and train via San Fernando which costs $50 - $90 and takes 11h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alameda to Palmdale is to fly and train which takes 5h 53m and costs $60 - $390.

How far is it from Alameda to Palmdale?

The distance between Alameda and Palmdale is 398 miles. The road distance is 353.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alameda to Palmdale without a car is to BART and bus and train which takes 10h 41m and costs $70 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Alameda to Palmdale, including transfers.

Train or bus from Alameda to Palmdale?

The best way to get from Alameda to Palmdale is to train which takes 14h 39m and costs $80 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $110 and takes 12h 43m.

Can I drive from Alameda to Palmdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Alameda to Palmdale is 353 miles. It takes approximately 6h 9m to drive from Alameda to Palmdale.

Where can I stay near Palmdale?

There are 36+ hotels available in Palmdale.

Alameda to Palmdale - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, BART, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Alameda to Palmdale by plane, train, subway, bus, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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

Fly Oakland International Airport to Burbank Bob Hope Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR)plane OAK - BUR
2. Take the train from Burbank - Downtown to Palmdale Stationtrain
5h 53m
$64–382
BART, bus, train via San Fernando
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Fruitvale to Berryessa / North San Josesubway
2. Take the bus from San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant to Los Angeles - Pacoimabus
3. Take the train from Sylmar / San Fernando to Palmdale Stationtrain
11h 29m
$53–87
BART, bus, train
1. Take the subway from Fruitvale to Berryessa / North San Josesubway
2. Take the bus from San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwich to Chinatown Stationbus
3. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Palmdale Stationtrain
10h 41m
$71–81
Train
1. Take the train from Oakland to Van Nuystrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the train from Sylmar / San Fernando to Palmdale Stationtrain AV Line
14h 39m
$80–175
Drive 351.1 mi
1. Drive from Alameda to Palmdalecar 351.1 mi
6h 9m
$65–93
Fly San Francisco International Airport to Burbank Bob Hope Airport, train
1. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR)plane SFO - BUR
2. Take the train from Burbank - Downtown to Palmdale Stationtrain
6h 19m
$241–279
Fly Oakland International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, train
1. Fly from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane OAK - LAX
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Palmdale Stationtrain
7h 6m
$60–286
BART to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, fly to Burbank Bob Hope Airport, train
1. Take the subway from Fruitvale to Milpitassubway
2. Fly from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) to Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR)plane SJC - BUR
3. Take the train from Burbank - Downtown to Palmdale Stationtrain
6h 51m
$80–447
Fly Oakland International Airport to Long Beach Airport, train
1. Fly from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Long Beach Airport (LGB)plane OAK - LGB
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Palmdale Stationtrain
8h 9m
$70–358
Fly Oakland International Airport to Ontario International Airport, train
1. Fly from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Ontario International Airport (ONT)plane OAK - ONT
2. Take the train from Rancho Cucamonga to L.A. Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Palmdale Stationtrain
8h 27m
$86–460
Bus
1. Take the bus from Oakland to Sacramento Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Bakersfield Train Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bakersfield Amtrak to MetroLink/Sierra Hwy.bus 100
12h 43m
$60–109

Alameda to Palmdale by train and bus

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14h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 396 mi
Duration: 5h 53m

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

You can take a train from Oakland to Palmdale Station via Van Nuys, Van Nuys / Keswick, Sylmar Station, and Sylmar / San Fernando in around 14h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Oakland to Palmdale Station via Sacramento Bus Station, Bakersfield Train Station, Bakersfield Amtrak, MetroLink/Sierra Hwy., and Lancaster in around 12h 43m.

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