What is the cheapest way to get from Oakland to Silicon Valley?

The cheapest way to get from Oakland to Silicon Valley is to drive which costs $6 - $9 and takes 41 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Oakland to Silicon Valley?

The fastest way to get from Oakland to Silicon Valley is to drive which takes 41 min and costs $6 - $9.

Is there a direct train between Oakland and Silicon Valley?

No, there is no direct train from Oakland to Silicon Valley. However, there are services departing from 12th Street / Oakland City Center and arriving at Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound via Millbrae Caltrain Southbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

How far is it from Oakland to Silicon Valley?

The distance between Oakland and Silicon Valley is 42 miles. The road distance is 33.3 miles.

How do I travel from Oakland to Silicon Valley without a car?

The best way to get from Oakland to Silicon Valley without a car is to BART and Caltrain which takes 1h 34m and costs $15 - $20.

How long does it take to get from Oakland to Silicon Valley?

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Oakland to Silicon Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oakland to Silicon Valley train from?

Oakland to Silicon Valley train services, operated by BART, depart from 12th Street / Oakland City Center station.

Where does the Oakland to Silicon Valley train arrive?

Oakland to Silicon Valley train services, operated by BART, arrive at Millbrae station.

Can I drive from Oakland to Silicon Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Oakland to Silicon Valley is 33 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Oakland to Silicon Valley.

Where can I stay near Silicon Valley?

There are 556+ hotels available in Silicon Valley.

Oakland to Silicon Valley - 4 ways to travel via BART, Caltrain, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Oakland to Silicon Valley by subway, train, bus, car, or taxi

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

BART, Caltrain
best
1. Take the subway from 12th Street / Oakland City Center to MillbraeRed-S / ...
2. Take the train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to Palo Alto Caltrain SouthboundLocal Weekday / ...
1h 34m
$16–20
BART, bus
cheapest
1. Take the subway from 12th Street / Oakland City Center to San BrunoYellow-S / ...
2. Take the bus from San Bruno BART-Bay 8 Outer Busway to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1Ecr
2h 31m
$6–10
Drive 33.1 mi
1. Drive from Oakland to Silicon Valley33.1 mi
41 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Oakland to Silicon Valley33.1 mi
41 min
$120–150

Oakland to Silicon Valley by subway and train

324Weekly Services

1h 34mAverage Duration

$16Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 42.2 mi
Duration: 1h 34m

What companies run services between Oakland, CA, USA and Silicon Valley, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Oakland to Silicon Valley. However, you can take the subway to Millbrae, walk to Millbrae Caltrain Southbound, then take the train to Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound. Alternatively, you can take a subway from 12th Street / Oakland City Center to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1 via San Bruno and San Bruno BART-Bay 8 Outer Busway in around 2h 31m.

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