How much is the train ticket from Oakland to Reno?

The cheapest train tickets from Oakland to Reno start from $67. The average price for this train route is around $102. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Oakland to Reno?

The average train ride duration from Oakland to Reno is 7h 51m, covering a distance of 178 miles (287 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 24m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Oakland to Reno route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Oakland to Reno?

The earliest train departs from Oakland to Reno at 7:12am. And the latest train departs at 8:25am.

Train Oakland to Reno from $75 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Oakland to Reno on December 12
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:45am	Emeryville Station	6h 10m	1:55pm	Reno Station	Cheapest
1:08pm	Emeryville Station	5h 32m	6:40pm	Reno Station	Fastest
10:15am	Emeryville Station	7h 12m	5:27pm	Reno Station	No tags
7:20am	Coliseum/Airport	6h 35m	1:55pm	Reno Station	No tags
7:35am	Jack London Square	6h 20m	1:55pm	Reno Station	No tags

Next departures for Oakland to Reno on December 13
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:58am	Emeryville Station	5h 57m	1:55pm	Reno Station	Cheapest
2:08pm	Emeryville Station	5h 32m	7:40pm	Reno Station	Fastest
8:15am	Emeryville Station	7h 12m	3:27pm	Reno Station	No tags
8:15am	Emeryville Station	7h 12m	3:27pm	Reno Station	No tags
7:58am	Emeryville Station	7h 29m	3:27pm	Reno Station	No tags

Next departures for Oakland to Reno on December 14
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:58am	Emeryville Station	5h 57m	1:55pm	Reno Station	Cheapest
2:08pm	Emeryville Station	5h 32m	7:40pm	Reno Station	Fastest
8:15am	Emeryville Station	7h 12m	3:27pm	Reno Station	No tags
8:15am	Emeryville Station	7h 12m	3:27pm	Reno Station	No tags
7:58am	Emeryville Station	7h 29m	3:27pm	Reno Station	No tags

Next departures for Oakland to Reno on December 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:45am	Emeryville Station	6h 10m	1:55pm	Reno Station	CheapestFastest
8:15am	Emeryville Station	7h 12m	3:27pm	Reno Station	No tags
8:15am	Emeryville Station	7h 12m	3:27pm	Reno Station	No tags
7:20am	Coliseum/Airport	6h 35m	1:55pm	Reno Station	No tags
7:20am	Coliseum/Airport	8h 7m	3:27pm	Reno Station	No tags

Next departures for Oakland to Reno on December 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:15am	Emeryville Station	7h 12m	3:27pm	Reno Station	Cheapest
7:45am	Emeryville Station	6h 10m	1:55pm	Reno Station	Fastest
8:15am	Emeryville Station	7h 12m	3:27pm	Reno Station	No tags
7:20am	Coliseum/Airport	6h 35m	1:55pm	Reno Station	No tags
7:20am	Coliseum/Airport	8h 7m	3:27pm	Reno Station	No tags

Next departures for Oakland to Reno on December 17
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:45am	Emeryville Station	6h 10m	1:55pm	Reno Station	CheapestFastest
8:15am	Emeryville Station	7h 12m	3:27pm	Reno Station	No tags
8:15am	Emeryville Station	7h 12m	3:27pm	Reno Station	No tags
7:20am	Coliseum/Airport	6h 35m	1:55pm	Reno Station	No tags
7:20am	Coliseum/Airport	8h 7m	3:27pm	Reno Station	No tags

Next departures for Oakland to Reno on December 18
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:45am	Emeryville Station	6h 10m	1:55pm	Reno Station	CheapestFastest
8:15am	Emeryville Station	7h 12m	3:27pm	Reno Station	No tags
8:15am	Emeryville Station	7h 12m	3:27pm	Reno Station	No tags
7:20am	Coliseum/Airport	6h 35m	1:55pm	Reno Station	No tags
7:20am	Coliseum/Airport	8h 7m	3:27pm	Reno Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:55 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Oakland to Reno

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Reno. The journey takes about 5 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

5h 35mAverage Duration

179 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$29 - $94	Average Duration5h 35m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$67 - $159	Average Duration7h 51m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Oakland and Reno?

Oakland

A
Emeryville Station
5885 Horton St, Emeryville, CA 94608, USA
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Reno

A
Reno Station
101169 E Commercial Row, Reno, NV 89501, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5637 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $67

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Oakland to Reno by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Oakland to Reno?
The cheapest train tickets from Oakland to Reno start from $67. The average price for this train route is around $102. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Oakland to Reno?
The average train ride duration from Oakland to Reno is 7h 51m, covering a distance of 178 miles (287 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 24m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Oakland to Reno route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Oakland to Reno?
The earliest train departs from Oakland to Reno at 7:12am. And the latest train departs at 8:25am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$75

12/10

$76

Today

$76

12/12

$76

12/13

$76

12/14

$76

12/15

$76

12/16

$75

The cheapest trip from Oakland to Reno was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $75

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

You can expect to pay from $75 to $604 for a train ticket from Oakland to Reno based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $75 which is on 2025-12-16.