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

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Oakland start from £229. The average price for this train route is around £343. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Oakland?

The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Oakland is 3d 10h, covering a distance of 2503 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3d 6h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Oakland route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 7 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Philadelphia to Oakland departs at 08:15. And the latest train departs at 15:55.

Train Philadelphia to Oakland from £256 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Oakland on 12 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:41	30th Street Station	3d 7h	16:57	Emeryville Station	Cheapest
Train	13:07	30th Street Station	3d 6h	16:57	Emeryville Station	Fastest
Train	12:01	30th Street Station	4d 7h	16:13	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	12:41	30th Street Station	4d 6h	16:13	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	09:50	30th Street Station	3d 10h	16:57	Emeryville Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Oakland on 13 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:41	30th Street Station	3d 7h	16:57	Emeryville Station	Cheapest
Train	13:07	30th Street Station	3d 6h	16:57	Emeryville Station	Fastest
Train	08:15	30th Street Station	4d 10h	16:13	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	12:01	30th Street Station	4d 7h	16:13	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	12:41	30th Street Station	4d 6h	16:13	Jack London Square	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Oakland on 14 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:42	30th Street Station	3d 7h	16:57	Emeryville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	12:42	30th Street Station	4d 6h	16:13	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	11:22	30th Street Station	3d 8h	16:57	Emeryville Station	No tags
Train	12:20	30th Street Station	3d 7h	16:57	Emeryville Station	No tags
Train	12:38	30th Street Station	3d 7h	16:57	Emeryville Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Oakland on 15 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:42	30th Street Station	3d 7h	16:57	Emeryville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:15	30th Street Station	4d 10h	16:13	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	12:42	30th Street Station	4d 6h	16:13	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	08:15	30th Street Station	3d 11h	16:57	Emeryville Station	No tags
Train	11:22	30th Street Station	3d 8h	16:57	Emeryville Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Oakland on 16 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:42	30th Street Station	3d 7h	16:57	Emeryville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	12:42	30th Street Station	4d 6h	16:13	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	12:42	30th Street Station	4d 6h	16:13	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	12:42	30th Street Station	4d 6h	16:13	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	11:22	30th Street Station	3d 8h	16:57	Emeryville Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia 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 3 days, 7 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just £152, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22bus per day

3d 7hAverage duration

2506 milesDistance

101kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£152 - £595	Average duration3d 7h	CO₂ emissions 101kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£229 - £2,024	Average duration3d 10h	CO₂ emissions 367kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,758 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5758 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 £229

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to Oakland?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Oakland start from £229. The average price for this train route is around £343. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Oakland?
The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Oakland is 3d 10h, covering a distance of 2503 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3d 6h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Oakland route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 7 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Oakland?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to Oakland departs at 08:15. And the latest train departs at 15:55.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

08/02

£282

09/02

£274

Today

£960

11/02

£979

12/02

£979

13/02

£991

14/02

£880

15/02

£940

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Oakland was searched and found on 9 Feb 2026 with a price of £274

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

You can expect to pay from £274 to £2,325 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £880, which is on 2026-02-14.