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

The average train ticket price from Oakland to Salt Lake City is $113. The best way to find 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!

How long is the train trip from Oakland to Salt Lake City?

A train trip between Oakland and Salt Lake City is around 18h 31m, although the fastest train will take about 17h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 591 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains 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 have layovers. 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.

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.

Train Oakland to Salt Lake City from $71 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Oakland to Salt Lake City on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:25am	Emeryville Station	17h 30m	2:55am	Central Station	CheapestFastest
Train	7:12am	Jack London Square	18h 43m	2:55am	Central Station	No tags
Train	7:12am	Jack London Square	18h 43m	2:55am	Central Station	No tags
Train	7:36am	Jack London Square	18h 19m	2:55am	Central Station	No tags
Train	7:36am	Jack London Square	18h 19m	2:55am	Central Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:41 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Oakland to Salt Lake City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Salt Lake City. The journey takes about 16 hours and with fares starting at just $83, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

16hAverage Duration

591 milesDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$83 - $235	Average Duration16h	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$75 - $235	Average Duration18h 31m	CO₂ emissions 86kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Oakland and Salt Lake City?

Oakland

A
Emeryville Station
5885 Horton St, Emeryville, CA 94608, USA
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Salt Lake City

A
Central Station
300 S 600 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,614 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5614 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 $75

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 Salt Lake City by train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/27

$181

11/28

$151

Today

$219

11/30

$219

12/01

$85

12/02

$102

12/03

$85

12/04

$85

The cheapest trip from Oakland to Salt Lake City was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $85

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 $85 to $475 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 $85 which is on 2025-12-01.

What's the cheapest way to go from Oakland to Salt Lake City?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time16h	Avg Price$114	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time18h 31m	Avg Price$113	Daily Departures4

The best way to travel between Oakland and Salt Lake City is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $113 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $75. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Salt Lake City, choose the train, as it will take you from Oakland to Salt Lake City in about 16h - that's the fastest way to get there!