Best way to get from Mill Valley, CA to Oakland, CA
Find the best ways to travel from Mill Valley CA to Oakland CA. You can also request a ride directly in the app at the tap of a button.
Transportation options
Uber: Request an Uber ride from Mill Valley to Oakland. The journey covers approximately 33 miles and takes around 48 minutes. The estimated price is $85.
Public transportation: Utilize the Golden Gate Transit bus service from Mill Valley to San Francisco, then transfer to the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) system to reach Oakland. The total travel time is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, covering a distance of about 25 miles. The estimated price is $10.
Ferry and BART: Take the ferry from Sausalito to San Francisco, then transfer to the BART system to reach Oakland. The total travel time is approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes, covering a distance of about 27 miles. The estimated price is $15.
Private bus: A private bus service operates from Mill Valley to Oakland, providing an estimated travel time of 1 hour and 15 minutes over a distance of approximately 23 miles. The estimated price is $20.
Note: The travel times and costs are approximate and subject to change depending on traffic conditions and other factors. Updated June, 2025.
Reserve a ride in advance to Oakland, CA
Complete your plans today by reserving a ride with Uber to get from Mill Valley, CA to Oakland, CA. Request a ride up to 90 days before your trip, at any time and on any day of the year.
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Getting from Mill Valley, CA to Oakland, CA
When you ride with Uber on your next trip from Mill Valley, CA to Oakland, CA, you’ve got choices. Whether you’re traveling alone or with others, find a ride option that fits your needs and budget. If you like to plan ahead, consider scheduling a ride to Oakland, CA in advance. Or you can request a ride on demand from Mill Valley, CA in the Uber app.
The route your driver takes might depend on the time of day and other factors, like traffic and how many other riders are making requests. You can have a stress-free ride knowing that the Uber app will suggest the most efficient route to your driver.
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Average Travel Time
48 minutes
Average Route Price
$85
Average Route Distance
33 miles
How to get from Mill Valley, CA to Oakland, CA
Compare ride options getting from Mill Valley, CA to Oakland, CA. Check the Uber app for current prices and travel options available.
UberX
Affordable rides, all to yourself
$85
Uber Black
Premium rides in luxury cars
$188
Uber Electric
Sustainable rides in electric vehicles
$127
UberXL
Affordable rides for groups up to 6
$110
Prices shown are for illustration purposes only and are based on average prices for the ride option shown from Mill Valley, CA to Oakland, CA for the past 12 months. They do not represent fixed or guaranteed prices.
Frequently asked questions
- When is Uber available at Mill Valley, CA?
The Uber app gives you the power to request a ride from Mill Valley, CA anytime, 24/7.
- How much does it cost to get from Mill Valley, CA to Oakland, CA?
The average price for this trip is $85. Open the Uber app and input Oakland, CA in the “Where to?” box. The price estimate for each ride option will appear; scroll to see what’s available. Prices will vary based on time of day and how many riders are making requests.
- What is the most affordable ride option on the Uber app from Mill Valley, CA to Oakland, CA?
The most affordable ride choice from Mill Valley, CA to Oakland, CA is RIDESHARE.
- How long does it take to get from Mill Valley, CA to Oakland, CA?
The average duration for this ride is 48 minutes. Before a trip starts, your app gives an estimated time of arrival (ETA) for when your driver is likely to arrive at Mill Valley, CA. After your trip starts, your app provides an ETA for when you are likely to arrive at Oakland, CA. Please note: ETAs are not guaranteed; various factors like heavy traffic or road construction could affect travel time.
- Can I schedule trips in advance on the Uber app from Mill Valley, CA?
If Uber Reserve is an option in the Uber app at Mill Valley, CA, you can request a ride from Mill Valley, CA anywhere from 2 hours to 90 days in advance, at any time and on any day of the year. Uber’s ride-scheduling technology and Uber Reserve can help you be on time.
- Can I rent a car with Uber to drive from Mill Valley, CA to Oakland, CA?
Check in the Uber app to see if car rentals are available at Mill Valley, CA. If you see the Rent icon, you can complete your reservation using the Uber app. Then you can rent a car and drive yourself to Oakland, CA. To get more details, go to uber.com/u/uber-rent.
The data presented on this page represents historical average prices, durations, and distances for routes. Actual prices, durations, and distances may vary based on factors such as location, traffic conditions, and other variables. Information provided here is for reference purposes only and should not be considered as binding.
