Transportation & Directions

Getting to the conference

by Air

The nearest major airport is Oakland International Airport (OAK), located 8 miles from the Oakland Marriott City Center. San Francisco International Airport is also an option.

Ground Transportation

OAKLAND

The BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) is a good option to get from the airport to the hotel. Board AirBART at Terminal 1 or 2 and ride to Coliseum/Oakland Airport BART Station ($3, 15 minute ride). Then take a 12-minute ride on the Richmond train to the City Center/12th Street Station.

You may reserve a shuttle between the Oakland Marriott City Center and Oakland International Airport through http://www.cityexpressshuttle.com

Taxis are available outside of baggage claim and the fare to the Hotel is about $40.

For more ground transportation options please visit the Marriott’s Maps & Transportation Page.

SAN FRANCISCO

The BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) will also get you to the hotel from SFO. Board AirBART at the International Terminal. Take the Pittsburg/Bay Point train to City Center/12th Street Station  ($8.40, ~45 minute ride).

by Other Modes of Transportation

Train & Bus

Amtrak and Greyhound are located approximately 2 miles from the hotel.

Parking

There is discounted $12 per day self-parking (no in-and-out) at the Convention Center Garage, located on 11th at Clay St. To receive the discount, pick up a sticker at the Check-in Desk before you exit the garage.

Carpool

Looking to share a ride? Try posting a note on the conference Bulletin Board.