Train from Oakland to Ontario, CA: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Oakland to Ontario on 27 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Emeryville Station
Ontario StationCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 03:08 PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Oakland to Ontario

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Ontario. The journey takes about 11 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
11h 20mAverage duration
363 milesDistance
15kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£33 - £155Average duration11h 20m
15kg CO₂e
Average price£66 - £141Average duration13h 45m
53kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oakland to Ontario, CA 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 Oakland to Ontario?

    The cheapest train tickets from Oakland to Ontario start from £66. The average price for this train route is around £79. 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 Oakland to Ontario?

    The average train journey time from Oakland to Ontario is 13h 45m, covering a distance of 365 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 9h 29m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Oakland to Ontario departs at 08:39. And the latest train departs at 09:09.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
25/11
£79
26/11
£79
Today
£63
28/11
No data
29/11
£79
30/11
No data
01/12
No data
02/12
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oakland to Ontario, CA was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of £63

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

You can expect to pay from £63 to £471 for a train ticket from Oakland to Ontario, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £79, which is on 2025-11-29.

What's the cheapest way to go from Oakland to Ontario, CA?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Oakland and Ontario, CA is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £79 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £66. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Ontario, CA, choose the train, as it will take you from Oakland to Ontario, CA in about 11h 20m – that's the fastest way to get there!

People from around the world trust Busbud