By Subway
The easiest way of getting to Walnut Creek for most who don't want to drive through a suburban wonderland is by BART (http://www.bart.gov).
By bike
By bike
For those who figuratively speaking prefer to put the pedal to the metal the old fashioned way on bicycle, the Iron Horse Trail runs North/South, neatly bisecting Walnut Creek into the west side where most of the stores lie and the east side where most of the suburban homes and strip malls are located.
By car
By car
Walnut Creek is well served by Interstate 680 and Highway 24.
By ship
By ship
For the nautically inclined, drop anchor at the nearest marina, either Oakland, Berkeley, or Martinez and arrange transportation accordingly.
By plane
By plane
If flying's your thing, Buchanan Field in Concord serves as your gateway to Walnut Creek.