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

The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Oakland start from R 293. The average price for this train route is around R 310. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

The average train journey time from San Jose to Oakland is 1h 8m, covering a distance of 67 km. The quickest train can get you there in 54m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the San Jose to Oakland route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 27 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Jose to Oakland?

The earliest train from San Jose to Oakland departs at 06:18. And the latest train departs at 20:56.

Train San Jose to Oakland from R 259 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from San Jose to Oakland on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:17	Diridon Station	56m	17:13	Coliseum/Airport	CheapestFastest
Train	16:17	Diridon Station	1h 4m	17:21	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	17:25	Diridon Station	1h 8m	18:33	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	18:55	Diridon Station	1h 8m	20:03	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	19:58	Diridon Station	1h 8m	21:06	Jack London Square	No tags

Next departures from San Jose to Oakland on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:18	Diridon Station	1h 1m	07:19	Coliseum/Airport	Cheapest
Train	16:17	Diridon Station	56m	17:13	Coliseum/Airport	Fastest
Train	06:18	Diridon Station	1h 15m	07:33	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	08:38	Diridon Station	1h 19m	09:57	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	10:35	Diridon Station	1h 6m	11:41	Jack London Square	No tags

Next departures from San Jose to Oakland on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:18	Diridon Station	1h 1m	07:19	Coliseum/Airport	Cheapest
Train	16:17	Diridon Station	56m	17:13	Coliseum/Airport	Fastest
Train	06:18	Diridon Station	1h 15m	07:33	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	08:38	Diridon Station	1h 19m	09:57	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	10:35	Diridon Station	1h 6m	11:41	Jack London Square	No tags

Next departures from San Jose to Oakland on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:50	Diridon Station	57m	09:47	Coliseum/Airport	Cheapest
Train	20:05	Diridon Station	54m	20:59	Coliseum/Airport	Fastest
Train	08:50	Diridon Station	1h 6m	09:56	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	10:50	Diridon Station	1h 6m	11:56	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	12:50	Diridon Station	1h 6m	13:56	Jack London Square	No tags

Next departures from San Jose to Oakland on 21 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:50	Diridon Station	57m	09:47	Coliseum/Airport	Cheapest
Train	20:05	Diridon Station	54m	20:59	Coliseum/Airport	Fastest
Train	08:50	Diridon Station	1h 6m	09:56	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	10:50	Diridon Station	1h 6m	11:56	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	12:50	Diridon Station	1h 6m	13:56	Jack London Square	No tags

Next departures from San Jose to Oakland on 22 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:18	Diridon Station	1h 1m	07:19	Coliseum/Airport	Cheapest
Train	16:17	Diridon Station	56m	17:13	Coliseum/Airport	Fastest
Train	06:18	Diridon Station	1h 15m	07:33	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	08:38	Diridon Station	1h 19m	09:57	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	10:35	Diridon Station	1h 6m	11:41	Jack London Square	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:56 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from San Jose 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 1 hour and with fares starting at just R 201, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

1hAverage duration

62 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 201 - R 347	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 293 - R 787	Average duration1h 8m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in San Jose, US and Oakland?

San Jose, US

A
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St., San Jose, CA 95110
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Oakland

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

Amtrak

4/55 652 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5652 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 293

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Jose, US to Oakland 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 San Jose to Oakland?
The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Oakland start from R 293. The average price for this train route is around R 310. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Jose to Oakland?
The average train journey time from San Jose to Oakland is 1h 8m, covering a distance of 67 km. The quickest train can get you there in 54m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Jose to Oakland route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 27 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Jose to Oakland?
The earliest train from San Jose to Oakland departs at 06:18. And the latest train departs at 20:56.

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The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Oakland was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 259

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

You can expect to pay from R 259 to R 4 423 for a train ticket from San Jose, US to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 259, which is on 2025-12-17.