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

The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Oakland start from £89. The average price for this train route is around £127. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Seattle to Oakland?

The average train journey time from Seattle to Oakland is 22h 59m, covering a distance of 676 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 22h 34m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Seattle to Oakland route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Seattle to Oakland departs at 09:55. And the latest train departs at 09:55.

Train Seattle to Oakland from £85 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Seattle to Oakland on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	23h 11m	09:06	Emeryville Station	Cheapest
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	22h 34m	08:29	Emeryville Station	Fastest
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	22h 34m	08:29	Emeryville Station	No tags
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	23h 11m	09:06	Emeryville Station	No tags
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 3h	13:33	Emeryville Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Oakland on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	22h 34m	08:29	Emeryville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	22h 34m	08:29	Emeryville Station	No tags
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	23h 11m	09:06	Emeryville Station	No tags
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	23h 11m	09:06	Emeryville Station	No tags
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 3h	13:33	Emeryville Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Oakland on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	22h 34m	08:29	Emeryville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	22h 34m	08:29	Emeryville Station	No tags
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	22h 59m	08:54	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	22h 59m	08:54	Jack London Square	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Oakland on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	22h 34m	08:29	Emeryville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	22h 34m	08:29	Emeryville Station	No tags
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	22h 59m	08:54	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	22h 59m	08:54	Jack London Square	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Oakland on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	22h 34m	08:29	Emeryville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	22h 34m	08:29	Emeryville Station	No tags
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	22h 59m	08:54	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	22h 59m	08:54	Jack London Square	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Seattle 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 20 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £58, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

20h 25mAverage duration

665 milesDistance

27kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£58 - £250	Average duration20h 25m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£89 - £517	Average duration22h 59m	CO₂ emissions 99kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5637 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 £89

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Seattle 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 Seattle to Oakland?
The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Oakland start from £89. The average price for this train route is around £127. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Seattle to Oakland?
The average train journey time from Seattle to Oakland is 22h 59m, covering a distance of 676 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 22h 34m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Seattle to Oakland route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Seattle to Oakland?
The earliest train from Seattle to Oakland departs at 09:55. And the latest train departs at 09:55.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

£108

10/12

£108

Today

£154

12/12

£121

13/12

£154

14/12

£108

15/12

£154

16/12

£121

The cheapest trip from Seattle to Oakland was searched and found on 9 Dec 2025 with a price of £108

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

You can expect to pay from £108 to £425 for a train ticket from Seattle to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £108, which is on 2025-12-14.