Trains tickets from Salt Lake City to Oakland

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Tomorrow13 Jun
from US$158
Sat14 Jun
from US$158
Sun15 Jun
Mon16 Jun
from US$130
Tue17 Jun
from US$130
Wed18 Jun
Thu19 Jun
from US$158
Fri20 Jun

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 13 June at
    Departure city: Salt Lake City
    Departure location: Central Station
    Arrival time: 14 June at
    Destination city: Oakland
    Destination location: Emeryville Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 13 June at
    Departure city: Salt Lake City
    Departure location: Central Station
    Arrival time: 14 June at
    Destination city: Oakland
    Destination location: Emeryville Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 13 June at
    Departure city: Salt Lake City
    Departure location: Central Station
    Arrival time: 14 June at
    Destination city: Oakland
    Destination location: Jack London Square
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 13 June at
    Departure city: Salt Lake City
    Departure location: Central Station
    Arrival time: 14 June at
    Destination city: Oakland
    Destination location: Jack London Square
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 13 June at
    Departure city: Salt Lake City
    Departure location: Central Station
    Arrival time: 14 June at
    Destination city: Oakland
    Destination location: Coliseum/Airport
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Salt Lake City to Oakland

Average priceUS$65 - US$179Average duration16h
24kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average priceUS$75 - US$158Average duration18h 17m
86kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Salt Lake City to Oakland

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 US$65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
16hAverage duration
US$65Cheapest ticket
24kgCO₂ emissions

Train Salt Lake City to Oakland: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$130
Average train trip duration18h 17m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure23:40
Distance589 miles

Salt Lake City to Oakland Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Salt Lake City - Oakland

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

    The average train ticket price from Salt Lake City to Oakland is US$130. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Salt Lake City to Oakland is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Salt Lake City to Oakland?

    A train trip between Salt Lake City and Oakland is around 18h 17m, although the fastest train will take about 18h 17m. This is the time it takes to travel the 591 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Salt Lake City and Oakland?

    The number of trains from Salt Lake City to Oakland can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Salt Lake City to Oakland by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
10/06
US$151
11/06
US$151
Today
US$151
13/06
US$151
14/06
US$151
15/06
No data
16/06
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17/06
US$124
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salt Lake City to Oakland was searched and found on 17 Jun 2025 with a price of US$124

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 US$124 to US$581 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 US$124, which is on 2025-06-17.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

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No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Oakland, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Salt Lake City and Oakland compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

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Did you know?

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

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