How much does a train ticket cost from Chicago to Oakland?

The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Oakland start from £94. The average price for this train route is around £166. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Chicago to Oakland?

The average train journey time from Chicago to Oakland is 2d 11h, covering a distance of 1842 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2d 4h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Chicago to Oakland route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chicago to Oakland?

The earliest train from Chicago to Oakland departs at 07:40. And the latest train departs at 15:05.

Train Chicago to Oakland from £90 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Chicago to Oakland on 13 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3d 4h	16:54	Emeryville Station	Cheapest
14:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 4h	16:57	Emeryville Station	Fastest
07:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 11h	16:57	Emeryville Station	No tags
14:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3d 9h	21:31	Emeryville Station	No tags
14:25	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 9h	21:31	Emeryville Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Oakland on 14 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 11h	16:57	Emeryville Station	Cheapest
14:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 4h	16:57	Emeryville Station	Fastest
14:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 4h	16:57	Emeryville Station	No tags
07:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 11h	16:57	Emeryville Station	No tags
07:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 11h	16:57	Emeryville Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Oakland on 15 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 19h	08:29	Emeryville Station	Cheapest
14:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 4h	16:57	Emeryville Station	Fastest
07:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 11h	16:57	Emeryville Station	No tags
14:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3d 9h	21:31	Emeryville Station	No tags
14:25	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 9h	21:31	Emeryville Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Oakland on 17 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 11h	16:57	Emeryville Station	Cheapest
14:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 4h	16:57	Emeryville Station	Fastest
14:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 4h	16:57	Emeryville Station	No tags
07:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 11h	16:57	Emeryville Station	No tags
07:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 11h	16:57	Emeryville Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Oakland on 18 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:25	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 8h	21:06	Jack London Square	Cheapest
14:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 4h	16:57	Emeryville Station	Fastest
07:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 11h	16:57	Emeryville Station	No tags
14:25	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 9h	21:31	Emeryville Station	No tags
14:25	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 9h	21:31	Emeryville Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Oakland on 19 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:25	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 8h	21:06	Jack London Square	Cheapest
14:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 4h	16:57	Emeryville Station	Fastest
07:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 11h	16:57	Emeryville Station	No tags
14:25	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 9h	21:31	Emeryville Station	No tags
14:25	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 9h	21:31	Emeryville Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Oakland

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 2 days, 8 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £91, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

2d 8hAverage duration

1842 milesDistance

74kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£91 - £335	Average duration2d 8h	CO₂ emissions 74kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£94 - £1,259	Average duration2d 11h	CO₂ emissions 270kg CO₂e

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

Chicago

A
Union Station
225 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA

Oakland

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

Amtrak

4/55,759 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5759 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £94

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Oakland by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Chicago to Oakland?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Oakland start from £94. The average price for this train route is around £166. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Chicago to Oakland?
The average train journey time from Chicago to Oakland is 2d 11h, covering a distance of 1842 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to Oakland route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chicago to Oakland?
The earliest train from Chicago to Oakland departs at 07:40. And the latest train departs at 15:05.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/02

£190

11/02

£378

Today

£200

13/02

£906

14/02

£200

15/02

£329

16/02

£158

17/02

£193

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Oakland was searched and found on 16 Feb 2026 with a price of £158

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

You can expect to pay from £158 to £2,238 for a train ticket from Chicago to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £158, which is on 2026-02-16.

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Oakland?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time2d 8h	Avg price£172	Daily departures14
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time2d 11h	Avg price£166	Daily departures10

The best way to travel between Chicago and Oakland is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £166 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £94. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Oakland, choose the train, as it will take you from Chicago to Oakland in about 2d 8h – that's the fastest way to get there!