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Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis to Oakland
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 2 days, 7 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 7 883, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in St. Louis and Oakland?
Train Companies
Based on 5677 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 5 141
Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Oakland?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Oakland start from R 5 547. The average price for this train route is around R 8 654. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from St. Louis to Oakland?
The average train journey time from St. Louis to Oakland is 3d 3h, covering a distance of 2790 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 10h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Oakland route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Louis to Oakland?
The earliest train from St. Louis to Oakland departs at 06:35. And the latest train departs at 19:42.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Oakland was searched and found on 30 Dec 2025 with a price of R 6 124To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from St. Louis to Oakland as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 6 124 to R 46 345 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 6 124, which is on 2025-12-30.
