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BOS — OAK
May 4 — May 111
1 adult
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Oakland, California train information

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POPULAR STATION

Oakland Coliseum
Oakland Coliseum is one of the most popular stations in Oakland, California

Oakland, California Train Station Directory

Location of major train stations in Oakland, California
Oakland Jack London SquareOakland, 37.793865, -122.27167
Oakland Coliseum_Oakland, 37.7525, -122.19815
Oakland ColiseumOakland, 37.7525, -122.19833

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What services are available at the most popular train stations in Oakland?

If you are taking a train to Oakland, the Coliseum Station is one of the most popular stations in the area. It is located at 700 73rd Avenue near a large sports and entertainment complex. Due to its proximity to the stadiums, it offers train passengers payphones and same-day or overnight parking spaces. Keep in mind that you will need to bring your own cash, as no ATM is available. If you want refreshments, you will need to bring your own snacks and beverages, as no vending machines are available. The station does not have restrooms. No baggage storage services are available. If you need wheelchair access, parking spaces are wheelchair-accessible, as well as the train boarding platform. Oakland trains also frequently visit the Jack London Square Station at 245 Second Street, which is located near a commercial and recreational waterfront area. Here you’ll find payphones, a sales office to purchase Oakland train tickets, vending machines, and restrooms. Checked baggage service and storage are available. Bike boxes, ski bags, and shipping boxes can be purchased for your trip. Station staff can assist with your checked baggage and storage. This station offers wheelchair accessibility to the train platform, restrooms, the ticket office, waiting room, water fountain, and parking spaces. Wheelchairs and a wheelchair lift are also available if needed.

What are the most popular landmarks near the train stations in Oakland?

The Coliseum is a short walk across the street from Oracle Arena, home of the Golden State Warriors and the site of many indoor entertainment venues. RingCentral Coliseum, the open-air home of the Oakland Athletics, is at the same address. The station’s convenient location is a good incentive to purchase Oakland train tickets with your tickets to the big game. Jack London Square Station is in the heart of Jack London Square. The site is famous for its outdoor activities, restaurants, and entertainment atmosphere. You can easily walk here from the train station. Other nearby attractions within walking distance include the USS Potomac, the San Francisco Bay Ferry, Jack London’s Cabin, the Oakland Museum of California, Chinatown, and the Swan’s Market food court.

How to get to downtown Oakland from the most popular train stations?

Oakland trains make routine trips to the Oakland City Center. To reach the City Center from Coliseum Station, simply take a Richmond-bound Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) train from Coliseum Station to the 12th Street or Oakland City Center Station. From here, another BART train will take you to the City Center. The Oakland City Center can also be accessed from Jack London Square Station. From the station, take BART bus lines 72, 72M, or 72R northeast to the B1 station entrance at the Oakland City Center Station. A BART train will pick you up at City Center Station and take you directly to the center.

How do the train lines in Oakland ensure passengers’ safety?

Amtrak train lines are protected by the Amtrak Police Department (APD). This police force uses more than 450 officers and civilians operating in over 30 locations and 46 states. The APD deploys both prominent and discreet security measures to ensure the safety of Amtrak’s passengers and equipment. It collaborates with federal, state, local, rail and transit authorities to maintain police coverage at Amtrak stations and stop points. The APD uses detectives, K-9 units, a National Communications Center, and an Office of Intelligence and Analysis to make each train ride a safe experience. BART lines are also committed to passenger safety. They use K-9 units, the BART Watch App, and an innovative law enforcement-community partnership called Community Oriented Policing Problem Solving (COPPS) to identify, report, and prevent threats. Due to the many precautions enacted by security personnel, you can feel assured of your safety each time you take a train to Oakland.

How much is a train ticket to Oakland?

The ticket price can vary depending on general demand and more importantly where you’re coming from. If you’re leaving from a popular departure point like Bakersfield for instance, prices usually start around $269. Eugene and Los Angeles are other options, with prices usually starting from around $176 and $154 respectively.

What is the main train station in Oakland?

Most people in Oakland will arrive at Oakland Coliseum, one of the most accessible stations in the area. Portland, Merced, and Bakersfield are some of the major cities accessible by train from Oakland Coliseum.

How far is the center of Oakland from Oakland Coliseum, Oakland Jack London Square and Oakland Coliseum_ stations?

Oakland Coliseum station is 3.0 mi from Oakland, Oakland Jack London Square station is 6.4 mi from Oakland, and Oakland Coliseum_ station is 3.1 mi from Oakland.

How far is Oakland Coliseum from Jack London Square?

You will need to travel 5.2 mi to get from Oakland Coliseum to Jack London Square.


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