How much is the train ticket from Oakland to San Diego?

The cheapest train tickets from Oakland to San Diego start from R 1 811. The average price for this train route is around R 1 829. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Oakland to San Diego?

The average train journey time from Oakland to San Diego is 15h 55m, covering a distance of 736 km. The quickest train can get you there in 11h 37m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Oakland to San Diego 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 Oakland to San Diego?

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

Train Oakland to San Diego from R 1 435 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Oakland to San Diego on 12 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:48	Jack London Square	11h 47m	05:35	Old Town San Diego	Cheapest
17:58	Emeryville Station	11h 37m	05:35	Old Town San Diego	Fastest
09:09	Jack London Square	15h 55m	01:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
07:55	Jack London Square	13h 9m	21:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
07:55	Jack London Square	13h 9m	21:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Next departures from Oakland to San Diego on 13 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:48	Jack London Square	11h 47m	05:35	Old Town San Diego	Cheapest
17:58	Emeryville Station	11h 37m	05:35	Old Town San Diego	Fastest
08:55	Coliseum/Airport	16h 9m	01:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
08:55	Coliseum/Airport	16h 9m	01:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
09:09	Jack London Square	15h 55m	01:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Next departures from Oakland to San Diego on 16 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:48	Jack London Square	11h 47m	05:35	Santa Fe Depot	Cheapest
17:58	Emeryville Station	11h 37m	05:35	Santa Fe Depot	Fastest
07:09	Coliseum/Airport	15h 55m	23:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
07:09	Coliseum/Airport	15h 55m	23:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
09:09	Jack London Square	15h 55m	01:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Next departures from Oakland to San Diego on 17 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:48	Jack London Square	11h 47m	05:35	Santa Fe Depot	Cheapest
17:58	Emeryville Station	11h 37m	05:35	Santa Fe Depot	Fastest
07:09	Coliseum/Airport	15h 55m	23:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
07:09	Coliseum/Airport	15h 55m	23:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
09:09	Jack London Square	15h 55m	01:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Next departures from Oakland to San Diego on 18 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:48	Jack London Square	11h 47m	05:35	Santa Fe Depot	Cheapest
17:58	Emeryville Station	11h 37m	05:35	Santa Fe Depot	Fastest
07:09	Coliseum/Airport	15h 55m	23:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
07:09	Coliseum/Airport	15h 55m	23:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
09:09	Jack London Square	15h 55m	01:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Next departures from Oakland to San Diego on 19 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:55	Jack London Square	12h 55m	20:50	Old Town San Diego	Cheapest
10:28	Emeryville Station	12h 20m	22:48	Old Town San Diego	Fastest
07:09	Coliseum/Airport	15h 55m	23:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
07:09	Coliseum/Airport	15h 55m	23:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
09:09	Jack London Square	15h 55m	01:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:14 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Oakland to San Diego

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 14 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 824, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

14h 45mAverage duration

719 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 824 - R 5 103	Average duration14h 45m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 811 - R 3 403	Average duration15h 55m	CO₂ emissions 67kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5638 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 R 1 506

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oakland to San Diego, CA, US by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Oakland to San Diego?
The cheapest train tickets from Oakland to San Diego start from R 1 811. The average price for this train route is around R 1 829. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Oakland to San Diego?
The average train journey time from Oakland to San Diego is 15h 55m, covering a distance of 736 km. The quickest train can get you there in 11h 37m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Oakland to San Diego 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 Oakland to San Diego?
The earliest train from Oakland to San Diego 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

09/12

R 1 608

10/12

R 1 608

Today

R 1 608

12/12

R 1 608

13/12

R 1 608

14/12

R 1 902

15/12

R 1 712

16/12

R 1 608

The cheapest trip from Oakland to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 608

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 608 to R 7 900 for a train ticket from Oakland to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 608, which is on 2025-12-12.