Train from Oakland to St. Louis: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Oakland to St. Louis on 29 November
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Jack London Square
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Emeryville Station
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Emeryville Station
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Emeryville Station
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Jack London Square
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Oakland to St. Louis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 2 days, 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £136, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
2d 5hAverage duration
1731 milesDistance
70kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£136 - £443Average duration2d 5h
70kg CO₂e
Average price£235 - £439Average duration2d 12h
254kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oakland to St. Louis 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 St. Louis?

    The cheapest train tickets from Oakland to St. Louis start from £235. The average price for this train route is around £269. 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 St. Louis?

    The average train journey time from Oakland to St. Louis is 2d 12h, covering a distance of 1730 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Oakland to St. Louis 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 St. Louis?

    The earliest train from Oakland to St. Louis departs at 07:13. And the latest train departs at 09:09.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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£271
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oakland to St. Louis was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of £271

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