Train from Oakland to Washington, DC, US: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Oakland to Washington on 31 January
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Jack London Square
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Emeryville Station
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Coliseum/Airport
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Jack London Square
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Jack London Square
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Oakland to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 3 days, 5 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just £111, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day
3d 5hAverage duration
2425 milesDistance
98kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£111 - £567Average duration3d 5h
98kg CO₂e
Average price£211 - £2,179Average duration3d 2h
356kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oakland to Washington, DC, US by train

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Oakland to Washington?

    The cheapest train tickets from Oakland to Washington start from £211. The average price for this train route is around £313. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Oakland to Washington?

    The average train journey time from Oakland to Washington is 3d 2h, covering a distance of 2424 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3d 1h and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Oakland to Washington departs at 07:20. And the latest train departs at 08:25.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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£786
30/01
£336
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£320
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02/02
£203
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oakland to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 2 Feb 2026 with a price of £203

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

You can expect to pay from £203 to £975 for a train ticket from Oakland to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £203, which is on 2026-02-02.

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