Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Back Bay Station | Jack London Square | No tags | ||||
| Train | Back Bay Station | Emeryville Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Boston Route 128, MA | Emeryville Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | South Station | Emeryville Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Back Bay Station | Emeryville Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston to Oakland
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 3 days, 12 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £120, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Boston, MA, US and Oakland?
Boston, MA, US
- A145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
- B100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
- C700 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02205, USA
Train Companies
Based on 5624 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 £184
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US 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 Boston to Oakland?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Oakland start from £184. The average price for this train route is around £347. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Boston to Oakland?
The average train journey time from Boston to Oakland is 3d 22h, covering a distance of 2677 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3d 7h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Boston to Oakland route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 18 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to Oakland?
The earliest train from Boston to Oakland departs at 06:10. And the latest train departs at 21:50.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Oakland was searched and found on 6 Dec 2025 with a price of £249To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Boston, MA, US to Oakland as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £249 to £2,922 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £249, which is on 2025-12-06.
