Train from Oakland to St. Louis: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Oakland to St. Louis on January 1
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Jack London Square
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Emeryville Station
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Emeryville Station
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Compare 2 ways to go from Oakland to St. Louis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 2 days, 5 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $383, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
2d 5hAverage Duration
2791 kmDistance
70kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$383 - $1,067Average Duration2d 5h
70kg CO₂e
Average Price$416 - $2,494Average Duration2d 12h
254kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oakland to St. Louis by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Oakland to St. Louis?

    The cheapest train tickets from Oakland to St. Louis start at $416. The average price for this train route is around $456. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from Oakland to St. Louis?

    The average train trip from Oakland to St. Louis takes 2d 12h and covers 2790 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Oakland to St. Louis route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Oakland to St. Louis?

    The earliest train from Oakland to St. Louis departs at 7:13am. The latest train departs at 9:09am.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oakland to St. Louis was searched and found on Jan 3, 2026 with a price of $432

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Oakland to St. Louis, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $432 to $2,071 for a train ticket from Oakland to St. Louis based on the last 0 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $432 which is on 2026-01-03.

What's the cheapest way to go from Oakland to St. Louis?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Oakland and St. Louis is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $456 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $416. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to St. Louis, choose the train, as it will take you from Oakland to St. Louis in about 2d 5h —that's the fastest way to get there!

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