Train tickets from Oakland to Salt Lake City

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Next departures from Oakland to Salt Lake City on 4 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
    Emeryville Station
    Central StationCheapestFastest
    Amtrak
      Coliseum/Airport
      Central StationNo tags
      Amtrak
        Coliseum/Airport
        Central StationNo tags
        Amtrak
          Jack London Square
          Central StationNo tags
          Amtrak
            Jack London Square
            Central StationNo tags

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            We recommend taking the train

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Salt Lake City. The journey takes about 18 hours 19 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 327, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            4train per day
            18h 19mAverage duration
            951 kmDistance
            86kgCO₂ emissions
            Average priceR 1 201 - R 3 642Average duration1d 7h
            24kg CO₂e
            Average priceR 1 327 - R 5 002Average duration18h 19m
            86kg CO₂e

            Train Oakland to Salt Lake City: Trip Overview

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            Average ticket priceR 2 006
            Average train trip duration18h 19m
            Number of daily trains4
            Earliest train departure06:36
            Distance950 km
            Latest train departure08:25

            Oakland to Salt Lake City Train

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip Oakland - Salt Lake City

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

              The average train ticket price from Oakland to Salt Lake City is R 2 006. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Oakland to Salt Lake City 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 Oakland to Salt Lake City?

              A train trip between Oakland and Salt Lake City is around 18h 19m, although the fastest train will take about 17h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 953 km that separates the two cities.

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

              The number of trains from Oakland to Salt Lake City can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Oakland to Salt Lake City by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which train companies travel from Oakland to Salt Lake City?

              When taking the train from Oakland to Salt Lake City, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

            Find cheapest prices for trains

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

            Best price found
            01/11
            R 1 510
            02/11
            R 2 681
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            04/11
            R 2 202
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            R 2 202
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            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oakland to Salt Lake City was searched and found on 01 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 510

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

            You can expect to pay from R 1 510 to R 6 800 for a train ticket from Oakland to Salt Lake City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 202, which is on 2025-11-04.

            About Train Travel

            Train Travel Tips

            Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Oakland to Salt Lake City is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

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

            By choosing the train between Oakland and Salt Lake City, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

            Make a music playlist for your train ride from Oakland to Salt Lake City and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

            Did you know?

            You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

            The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

            Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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