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

The cheapest train tickets from Oakland to Lake Charles start from £424. The average price for this train route is around £424. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Oakland to Lake Charles?

The average train journey time from Oakland to Lake Charles is 2d 3h, covering a distance of 1732 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2d 2h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Oakland to Lake Charles route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Oakland to Lake Charles departs at 08:39. And the latest train departs at 09:09.

Train Oakland to Lake Charles from £424 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Oakland to Lake Charles on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:39	Emeryville Station	2d 4h	15:29	Lake Charles, LA	No tags
Train	09:09	Jack London Square	2d 4h	15:29	Lake Charles, LA	No tags
Train	08:39	Emeryville Station	2d 3h	15:29	Lake Charles, LA	No tags
Train	09:09	Jack London Square	2d 3h	15:29	Lake Charles, LA	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Oakland to Lake Charles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lake Charles. The journey takes about 2 days, 8 hours and with fares starting at just £157, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

2d 8hAverage duration

1736 milesDistance

70kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£157 - £160	Average duration2d 8h	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£424 - £424	Average duration2d 3h	CO₂ emissions 254kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,652 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5652 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 £377

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oakland to Lake Charles 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 Oakland to Lake Charles?
The cheapest train tickets from Oakland to Lake Charles start from £424. The average price for this train route is around £424. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Oakland to Lake Charles?
The average train journey time from Oakland to Lake Charles is 2d 3h, covering a distance of 1732 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2d 2h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Oakland to Lake Charles route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Oakland to Lake Charles?
The earliest train from Oakland to Lake Charles departs at 08:39. And the latest train departs at 09:09.