How much is the train ticket from Santa Clara to Oakland?

The cheapest train tickets from Santa Clara to Oakland start at $22. The average price for this train route is around $26. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Santa Clara to Oakland?

The average train trip from Santa Clara to Oakland takes 1h 1m and covers 63 km. The quickest train gets you there in 42m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Santa Clara to Oakland route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 48 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Santa Clara to Oakland?

The earliest train from Santa Clara to Oakland departs at 6:23am. The latest train departs at 9:20pm.

Train Santa Clara to Oakland from $19 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Santa Clara to Oakland on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:18pm	Great America Station	42m	2:00pm	Coliseum/Airport	CheapestFastest
Train	1:10pm	Santa Clara Transit Center	50m	2:00pm	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
Train	3:10pm	Santa Clara Transit Center	50m	4:00pm	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
Train	5:10pm	Santa Clara Transit Center	51m	6:01pm	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
Train	6:10pm	Santa Clara Transit Center	50m	7:00pm	Coliseum/Airport	No tags

Next departures for Santa Clara to Oakland on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:18am	Great America Station	42m	9:00am	Coliseum/Airport	CheapestFastest
Train	8:10am	Santa Clara Transit Center	50m	9:00am	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
Train	10:10am	Santa Clara Transit Center	50m	11:00am	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
Train	1:10pm	Santa Clara Transit Center	50m	2:00pm	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
Train	3:10pm	Santa Clara Transit Center	50m	4:00pm	Coliseum/Airport	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:24 AM PST.

Get from Santa Clara to Oakland

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 1 hour 1 minute, and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

48train per day

1h 1mAverage Duration

63 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,608 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5608 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $22

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Clara, US to Oakland by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Santa Clara to Oakland?
The cheapest train tickets from Santa Clara to Oakland start at $22. The average price for this train route is around $26. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Santa Clara to Oakland?
The average train trip from Santa Clara to Oakland takes 1h 1m and covers 63 km. The quickest train gets you there in 42m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Santa Clara to Oakland route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 48 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Santa Clara to Oakland?
The earliest train from Santa Clara to Oakland departs at 6:23am. The latest train departs at 9:20pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11-25

$19

11-26

$19

Today

$19

11-28

$19

11-29

$19

11-30

$19

12-01

$19

12-02

$19

The cheapest trip from Santa Clara, US to Oakland was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $19

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

You can expect to pay from $19 to $605 for a train ticket from Santa Clara, US to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2025-11-28.