Train from Raleigh to Oakland: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Raleigh to Oakland on 26 January
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Union Station
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Union Station
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Raleigh 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, 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £173, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
3d 1hAverage duration
2392 milesDistance
96kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£173 - £460Average duration3d 1h
96kg CO₂e
Average price£482 - £2,473Average duration4d 2h
351kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Raleigh 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.

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Raleigh to Oakland start from £482. The average price for this train route is around £549. 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 Raleigh to Oakland?

    The average train journey time from Raleigh to Oakland is 4d 2h, covering a distance of 2392 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3d 10h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Raleigh to Oakland 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 Raleigh to Oakland?

    The earliest train from Raleigh to Oakland departs at 09:17. And the latest train departs at 18:32.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Raleigh to Oakland was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of £506

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

You can expect to pay from £506 to £1,343 for a train ticket from Raleigh to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £506, which is on 2026-01-27.

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