Train from Pittsburgh to Oakland: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Oakland on 20 December
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Union Station
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Union Station
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Union Station
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Union Station
Jack London SquareNo tags
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Union Station
Emeryville StationNo tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Pittsburgh to Oakland

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 2 days, 22 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £170, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
2d 22hAverage duration
2249 milesDistance
91kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£170 - £559Average duration2d 22h
91kg CO₂e
Average price£269 - £1,301Average duration2d 20h
330kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pittsburgh to Oakland by train

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Pittsburgh to Oakland?

    The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Oakland start from £269. The average price for this train route is around £323. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Pittsburgh to Oakland?

    The average train journey time from Pittsburgh to Oakland is 2d 20h, covering a distance of 2248 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2d 19h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Pittsburgh to Oakland route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Pittsburgh to Oakland departs at 23:59. And the latest train departs at 23:59.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pittsburgh to Oakland was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of £298

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

What's the cheapest way to go from Pittsburgh to Oakland?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Pittsburgh and Oakland is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £323 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £269. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Oakland, choose the train, as it will take you from Pittsburgh to Oakland in about 2d 20h – that's the fastest way to get there!

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