Train from Oakland to Fresno, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Oakland to Fresno on December 15
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Emeryville Station
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Emeryville Station
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Emeryville Station
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Emeryville Station
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Emeryville Station
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Compare 2 ways to go from Oakland to Fresno

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Fresno. The journey takes about 4 hours 9 minutes and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13train per day
4h 9mAverage Duration
155 milesDistance
23kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$36 - $95Average Duration6h 40m
6kg CO₂e
Average Price$40 - $53Average Duration4h 9m
23kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Oakland to Fresno, US by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Oakland to Fresno?

    The cheapest train tickets from Oakland to Fresno start from $40. The average price for this train route is around $41. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Oakland to Fresno?

    The average train ride duration from Oakland to Fresno is 4h 9m, covering a distance of 155 miles (250 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 50m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators service the Oakland to Fresno route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 13 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Oakland to Fresno?

    The earliest train departs from Oakland to Fresno at 7:13am. And the latest train departs at 5:58pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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12/10
$37
12/11
$37
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$37
12/13
$37
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12/15
$37
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oakland to Fresno, US was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $37

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

You can expect to pay from $37 to $43 for a train ticket from Oakland to Fresno, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $37 which is on 2025-12-13.

What's the cheapest way to go from Oakland to Fresno, US?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Oakland and Fresno, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $41 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $40. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Fresno, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Oakland to Fresno, US in about 4h 9m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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