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

The cheapest way to get from Sunnyvale to Alameda is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 49 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunnyvale to Alameda is to drive which takes 49 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct train between Sunnyvale and Alameda?

No, there is no direct train from Sunnyvale to Alameda. However, there are services departing from Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound and arriving at 12th Street / Oakland City Center via Millbrae. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Sunnyvale to Alameda?

The distance between Sunnyvale and Alameda is 51 miles. The road distance is 39.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunnyvale to Alameda without a car is to Caltrain and BART which takes 1h 45m and costs $16 - $21.

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

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Sunnyvale to Alameda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunnyvale to Alameda train from?

Sunnyvale to Alameda train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound station.

Where does the Sunnyvale to Alameda train arrive?

Sunnyvale to Alameda train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at Millbrae Caltrain Northbound station.

Can I drive from Sunnyvale to Alameda?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunnyvale to Alameda is 40 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Sunnyvale to Alameda.

Where can I stay near Alameda?

There are 682+ hotels available in Alameda.

Sunnyvale to Alameda - 5 ways to travel via train, Caltrain, BART, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Sunnyvale to Alameda by train, subway, 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.

Caltrain, BART
best
1. Take the train from Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2. Take the subway from Millbrae to 12th Street / Oakland City Centersubway Red-N / ...
1h 45m
$17–21
Drive 39.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sunnyvale to Alamedacar 39.7 mi
49 min
$8–11
Caltrain, bus
1. Take the train from Sunnyvale Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2. Take the bus from San Jose Diridon Station to Oaklandbus Greyhound US0831 / ...
2h 9m
$9–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sunnyvale to Alamedataxi 39.7 mi
49 min
$140–180
Line 22 bus, train
1. Take the bus from El Camino & Mathilda to Santa Clara Transit Centerbus 22
2. Take the train from Santa Clara Amtrak to Oaklandtrain Capitol Corridor
2h 30m
$14–28

Sunnyvale to Alameda by train and subway

326Weekly Services

1h 45mAverage Duration

$17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 50.7 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

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

There is no direct connection from Sunnyvale to Alameda. However, you can take the train to Millbrae Caltrain Northbound, walk to Millbrae, then take the subway to 12th Street / Oakland City Center. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sunnyvale Caltrain Southbound to Oakland via San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound and San Jose Diridon Station in around 2h 9m.

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