Train from Oakland to Reno: Tickets & Schedules

Next available departures

Next departures for Oakland to Reno on April 18
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Emeryville Station
Reno StationCheapest
Amtrak
Emeryville Station
Reno StationFastest
Amtrak
Emeryville Station
Reno StationNo tags
Amtrak
Emeryville Station
Reno StationNo tags
Amtrak
Emeryville Station
Reno StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:59 PM PDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Oakland to Reno

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Reno. The journey takes about 5 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just ZAR 530, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
5h 35mAverage Duration
291 kmDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions
Average PriceZAR 530 - ZAR 1,274Average Duration5h 35m
7kg CO₂e
Average PriceZAR 1,111 - ZAR 2,652Average Duration7h 19m
26kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling 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.

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Oakland to Reno start at ZAR 1,111. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 1,215. 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 Reno?

    The average train trip from Oakland to Reno takes 7h 19m and covers 287 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 32m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Oakland to Reno 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.

Best price found
04-15
ZAR 1,272
04-16
ZAR 1,272
Today
ZAR 1,272
04-18
ZAR 1,272
04-19
ZAR 1,272
04-20
ZAR 1,272
04-21
ZAR 1,272
04-22
ZAR 1,272
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oakland to Reno was searched and found on Apr 15, 2026 with a price of ZAR 1,272

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 ZAR 1,272 to ZAR 5,152 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 ZAR 1,272 which is on 2026-04-18.

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