Train from Oakland to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Oakland to Philadelphia on January 10
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Emeryville Station
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Emeryville Station
30th Street StationNo tags
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Emeryville Station
30th Street StationNo tags
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Emeryville Station
30th Street StationNo tags
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Emeryville Station
30th Street StationNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Oakland to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 3 days, 9 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $183, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22bus per day
3d 9hAverage Duration
4044 kmDistance
101kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$183 - $1,683Average Duration3d 9h
101kg CO₂e
Average Price$358 - $4,718Average Duration3d 5h
367kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oakland to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia?

    The cheapest train tickets from Oakland to Philadelphia start at $358. The average price for this train route is around $1,240. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from Oakland to Philadelphia?

    The average train trip from Oakland to Philadelphia takes 3d 5h and covers 4036 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Oakland to Philadelphia route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 7 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Oakland to Philadelphia?

    The earliest train from Oakland to Philadelphia departs at 7:20am. 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.

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01-08
$3,717
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$513
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oakland to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Jan 12, 2026 with a price of $513

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

You can expect to pay from $513 to $4,125 for a train ticket from Oakland to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $513 which is on 2026-01-12.

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