How much does a train ticket cost from Salt Lake City to Oakland?

The cheapest train tickets from Salt Lake City to Oakland start from £58. The average price for this train route is around £104. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Salt Lake City to Oakland?

The average train journey time from Salt Lake City to Oakland is 22h 4m, covering a distance of 589 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 18h 17m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Salt Lake City to Oakland route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Salt Lake City to Oakland?

The earliest train from Salt Lake City to Oakland departs at 23:40. And the latest train departs at 23:49.

Train Salt Lake City to Oakland from £55 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Salt Lake City to Oakland on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:49	Central Station	18h 18m	17:07	Emeryville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	23:49	Central Station	18h 18m	17:07	Emeryville Station	No tags
Train	23:49	Central Station	19h 2m	17:51	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	23:49	Central Station	19h 2m	17:51	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	23:49	Central Station	1d	23:03	Jack London Square	No tags

Next departures from Salt Lake City to Oakland on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:49	Central Station	18h 18m	17:07	Emeryville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	23:49	Central Station	18h 18m	17:07	Emeryville Station	No tags
Train	23:49	Central Station	19h 2m	17:51	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	23:49	Central Station	19h 2m	17:51	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	23:49	Central Station	1d	23:03	Jack London Square	No tags

Next departures from Salt Lake City to Oakland on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:49	Central Station	18h 18m	17:07	Emeryville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	23:49	Central Station	18h 18m	17:07	Emeryville Station	No tags
Train	23:49	Central Station	19h 2m	17:51	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	23:49	Central Station	19h 2m	17:51	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	23:49	Central Station	1d	23:03	Jack London Square	No tags

Next departures from Salt Lake City to Oakland on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:49	Central Station	18h 18m	17:07	Emeryville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	23:49	Central Station	20h 5m	18:54	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	23:49	Central Station	20h 15m	19:04	Coliseum/Airport	No tags

Next departures from Salt Lake City to Oakland on 21 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:49	Central Station	18h 18m	17:07	Emeryville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	23:49	Central Station	18h 18m	17:07	Emeryville Station	No tags
Train	23:49	Central Station	19h 2m	17:51	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	23:49	Central Station	19h 2m	17:51	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	23:49	Central Station	1d	23:03	Jack London Square	No tags

Next departures from Salt Lake City to Oakland on 22 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:49	Central Station	18h 18m	17:07	Emeryville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	23:49	Central Station	18h 18m	17:07	Emeryville Station	No tags
Train	23:49	Central Station	19h 2m	17:51	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	23:49	Central Station	19h 2m	17:51	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	23:49	Central Station	1d	23:03	Jack London Square	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 14:18 MST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Salt Lake City 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 16 hours and with fares starting at just £63, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

16hAverage duration

591 milesDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£63 - £168	Average duration16h	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£58 - £560	Average duration22h 4m	CO₂ emissions 86kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Salt Lake City and Oakland?

Salt Lake City

A
Central Station
300 S 600 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
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Oakland

A
Emeryville Station
5885 Horton St, Emeryville, CA 94608, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,650 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5650 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £58

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salt Lake City 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.

How much does a train ticket cost from Salt Lake City to Oakland?
The cheapest train tickets from Salt Lake City to Oakland start from £58. The average price for this train route is around £104. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Salt Lake City to Oakland?
The average train journey time from Salt Lake City to Oakland is 22h 4m, covering a distance of 589 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 18h 17m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Salt Lake City to Oakland route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Salt Lake City to Oakland?
The earliest train from Salt Lake City to Oakland departs at 23:40. And the latest train departs at 23:49.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

13/12

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14/12

£95

Today

£95

16/12

£95

17/12

£116

18/12

£116

19/12

£322

20/12

£95

The cheapest trip from Salt Lake City to Oakland was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of £95

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

You can expect to pay from £95 to £413 for a train ticket from Salt Lake City to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £95, which is on 2025-12-16.