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| Old Town San Diego | Emeryville Station | Fastest | |||||
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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Oakland
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 14 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5750 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 £54
Amtrak San Diego Oakland recent customer reviews
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US 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 San Diego to Oakland?
The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Oakland start from £79. The average price for this train route is around £88. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Diego to Oakland?
The average train journey time from San Diego to Oakland is 15h 5m, covering a distance of 453 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 12h 44m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Diego 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 San Diego to Oakland?
The earliest train from San Diego to Oakland departs at 06:01. And the latest train departs at 06:10.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Oakland was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of £52To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Oakland as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £52 to £346 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £52, which is on 2026-01-27.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Oakland?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between San Diego, CA, US 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 £88 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £79. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Oakland, choose the train, as it will take you from San Diego, CA, US to Oakland in about 14h 15m – that's the fastest way to get there!
