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

The cheapest way to get from California to Hayward is to bus via San Jose which costs $45 - $75 and takes 10h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from California to Hayward is to drive which takes 5h 51m and costs $65 - $95.

Is there a direct bus between California and Hayward?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Los Angeles Union Station station and arriving at Hayward Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 5m.

How far is it from California to Hayward?

The distance between California and Hayward is 367 miles. The road distance is 359.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from California to Hayward without a car is to bus via San Jose which takes 6h 21m and costs $55 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 6h 21m to get from California to Hayward, including transfers.

Where do I catch the California to Hayward bus from?

California to Hayward bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Train or bus from California to Hayward?

The best way to get from California to Hayward is to bus via San Jose which takes 6h 21m and costs $55 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $100 - $180 and takes 11h 1m.

Where does the California to Hayward bus arrive?

California to Hayward bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Hayward Bus Station.

Can I drive from California to Hayward?

Yes, the driving distance between California to Hayward is 359 miles. It takes approximately 5h 51m to drive from California to Hayward.

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

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Where can I stay near Hayward?

There are 326+ hotels available in Hayward.

California to Hayward - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from California to Hayward by bus, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Greyhound)

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

Bus via San Jose
best
1. Take the bus from Chinatown Station to San Jose - Huong Lan SandwichSan Fran
6h 21m
$56–62
Bus via San Jose #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to San JoseGuadalajara
10h 55m
$48–70
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San JoseCoast Starlight
11h 1m
$103–177
Drive 357 mi
1. Drive from Los Angeles to Hayward357 mi
5h 51m
$66–95
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Hayward Bus StationGreyhound US0831
7h 5m
$85–170

California to Hayward by train, bus, and subway (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

11h 1mAverage Duration

$103Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 364.9 mi
Duration: 6h 21m

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

Hoang Express operates a bus from Chinatown Station to San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwich once daily. Tickets cost $50 and the journey takes 5h 8m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to San Jose once daily. Tickets cost $95–170 and the journey takes 9h 55m.

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