What is the cheapest way to get from Oakland to General Sherman (tree)?

The cheapest way to get from Oakland to General Sherman (tree) is to bus via Modesto which costs $35 - $75 and takes 10h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Oakland to General Sherman (tree)?

The fastest way to get from Oakland to General Sherman (tree) is to drive which takes 4h 56m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Oakland and General Sherman (tree)?

No, there is no direct bus from Oakland to General Sherman (tree). However, there are services departing from Oakland and arriving at Sherman Tree Trailhead via Sacramento Bus Station, Visalia Transit Center and Giant Forest Museum. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 27m.

How far is it from Oakland to General Sherman (tree)?

The distance between Oakland and General Sherman (tree) is 273 miles. The road distance is 253.6 miles.

How do I travel from Oakland to General Sherman (tree) without a car?

The best way to get from Oakland to General Sherman (tree) without a car is to bus via Modesto which takes 10h 39m and costs $35 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Oakland to General Sherman (tree)?

It takes approximately 6h 47m to get from Oakland to General Sherman (tree), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oakland to General Sherman (tree) bus from?

Oakland to General Sherman (tree) bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Oakland station.

Where does the Oakland to General Sherman (tree) bus arrive?

Oakland to General Sherman (tree) bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

Can I drive from Oakland to General Sherman (tree)?

Yes, the driving distance between Oakland to General Sherman (tree) is 254 miles. It takes approximately 4h 56m to drive from Oakland to General Sherman (tree).

Where can I stay near General Sherman (tree)?

There are 98+ hotels available in General Sherman (tree).

Oakland to General Sherman (tree) - 4 ways to travel via BART, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Oakland to General Sherman (tree) by subway, bus, 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.

BART, bus, drive
best
1. Take the subway from 12th Street / Oakland City Center to Berryessa / North San Jose
2. Take the bus from San Jose - King Rd to Fresno, CA
3. Drive from Fresno, CA to General Sherman (tree)
6h 47m
$39–64
Bus via Modesto
cheapest
1. Take the bus from BART Dublin Station to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi90
2. Take the bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Visalia Transit Station
3. Take the bus from Visalia Transit Center to Giant Forest Museum
10h 39m
$37–73
Drive 252.2 mi
1. Drive from Oakland to General Sherman (tree)252.2 mi
4h 56m
$46–67
Bus
1. Take the bus from Oakland to Sacramento Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Visalia Transit Station
3. Take the bus from Visalia Transit Center to Giant Forest Museum
11h 27m
$54–101

Oakland to General Sherman (tree) by subway, bus, and foot

7Weekly Services

10h 39mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 271.8 mi
Duration: 6h 47m

What companies run services between Oakland, CA, USA and General Sherman (tree), CA, USA?

You can take a subway from Lake Merritt to General Sherman (tree) via Dublin / Pleasanton, BART Dublin Station, Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi, Modesto Bus Stop, Visalia Transit Station, Visalia Transit Center, Giant Forest Museum, and Sherman Tree Trailhead in around 10h 39m.

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