What is the cheapest way to get from Gilroy to Oakland?

The cheapest way to get from Gilroy to Oakland is to bus and line 66 bus and BART which costs $8 - $14 and takes 3h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gilroy to Oakland?

The fastest way to get from Gilroy to Oakland is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs $13 - $19.

Is there a direct bus between Gilroy and Oakland?

No, there is no direct bus from Gilroy to Oakland. However, there are services departing from Gilroy Transit Center and arriving at Oakland via San Jose Diridon Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Gilroy and Oakland?

No, there is no direct train from Gilroy to Oakland. However, there are services departing from Gilroy Caltrain Northbound and arriving at Oakland via San Jose. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Gilroy to Oakland?

The distance between Gilroy and Oakland is 75 miles. The road distance is 71.4 miles.

How do I travel from Gilroy to Oakland without a car?

The best way to get from Gilroy to Oakland without a car is to Caltrain and train which takes 2h 54m and costs $22 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Gilroy to Oakland?

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Gilroy to Oakland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gilroy to Oakland bus from?

Gilroy to Oakland bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from Gilroy Transit Center station.

Where do I catch the Gilroy to Oakland train from?

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

Train or bus from Gilroy to Oakland?

The best way to get from Gilroy to Oakland is to Caltrain and train which takes 2h 54m and costs $22 - $40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $11 - $21 and takes 3h 42m.

Where does the Gilroy to Oakland bus arrive?

Gilroy to Oakland bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at San Jose Diridon station.

Where does the Gilroy to Oakland train arrive?

Gilroy to Oakland train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound station.

Can I drive from Gilroy to Oakland?

Yes, the driving distance between Gilroy to Oakland is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Gilroy to Oakland.

How do I get a bus ticket from Gilroy to Oakland?

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Gilroy to Oakland - 4 ways to travel via train, Caltrain, bus, and line 66 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Gilroy to Oakland by train (Amtrak), bus, subway, car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Caltrain, train
best
1. Take the train from Gilroy Caltrain Northbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain NorthboundSouth County
2. Take the train from San Jose to OaklandCapitol Corridor / ...
2h 54m
$22–39
Bus, line 66 bus, BART
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gilroy Transit Center to Monterey & Senter68
2. Take the bus from Monterey & Senter to Milpitas BART66 / ...
3. Take the subway from Milpitas to 12th Street / Oakland City Center
3h 18m
$8–14
Drive 71 mi
1. Drive from Gilroy to Oakland71 mi
1h 14m
$13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gilroy Transit Center to San Jose Diridon68 / ...
2. Take the bus from San Jose Diridon Station to OaklandGreyhound US0831 / ...
3h 42m
$12–21

Gilroy to Oakland by train

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Distance: 74.4 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

What companies run services between Gilroy, CA, USA and Oakland, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Gilroy Caltrain Northbound to Oakland via San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound and San Jose in around 2h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gilroy Transit Center to Oakland via San Jose Diridon Station in around 3h 42m.

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