How much is the train ticket from Washington to Oakland?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Oakland start from $282. The average price for this train route is around $532. 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 Washington to Oakland?

The average train ride duration from Washington to Oakland is 3d 10h, covering a distance of 2421 miles (3904 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3d 4h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Washington to Oakland route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Washington to Oakland at 7:53am. And the latest train departs at 6:30pm.

Train Washington to Oakland from $195 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Washington to Oakland on January 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:57pm	Union Station	3d 4h	4:57pm	Emeryville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	10:59am	Union Station	3d 13h	9:12pm	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	10:59am	Union Station	4d 8h	4:13pm	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	3:57pm	Union Station	3d 4h	5:51pm	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	3:57pm	Union Station	3d 4h	5:51pm	Jack London Square	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Oakland on January 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:57pm	Union Station	3d 4h	4:57pm	Emeryville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	10:59am	Union Station	3d 13h	9:12pm	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	10:59am	Union Station	3d 13h	9:12pm	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	11:39am	Union Station	3d 10h	6:54pm	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	11:39am	Union Station	3d 10h	6:54pm	Jack London Square	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 4:28 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Oakland

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 3 days, 11 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $231, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

3d 11hAverage Duration

2420 milesDistance

98kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$231 - $1,097	Average Duration3d 11h	CO₂ emissions 98kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$282 - $4,501	Average Duration3d 10h	CO₂ emissions 355kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Washington, DC, US and Oakland?

Washington, DC, US

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Oakland

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

Amtrak

4/55,724 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5724 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 $282

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US to Oakland 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 Washington to Oakland?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Oakland start from $282. The average price for this train route is around $532. 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 Washington to Oakland?
The average train ride duration from Washington to Oakland is 3d 10h, covering a distance of 2421 miles (3904 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Washington to Oakland route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Washington to Oakland?
The earliest train departs from Washington to Oakland at 7:53am. And the latest train departs at 6:30pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/08

$661

01/09

$374

Today

$477

01/11

$356

01/12

No data

01/13

$332

01/14

$374

01/15

No data

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Oakland was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $332

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

You can expect to pay from $332 to $3,186 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $332 which is on 2026-01-13.