Train from Oakland to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Oakland to Philadelphia on 10 January
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AmtrakTrain
Emeryville Station
30th Street StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Emeryville Station
30th Street StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Emeryville Station
30th Street StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Emeryville Station
30th Street StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Emeryville Station
30th Street StationNo tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Oakland to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 3 days, 9 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 166, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22bus per day
3d 9hAverage duration
4044 kmDistance
101kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 2 166 - R 19 928Average duration3d 9h
101kg CO₂e
Average priceR 4 237 - R 55 890Average duration3d 5h
367kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oakland to Philadelphia, PA by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Oakland to Philadelphia?

    The cheapest train tickets from Oakland to Philadelphia start from R 4 237. The average price for this train route is around R 14 679. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Oakland to Philadelphia?

    The average train journey time from Oakland to Philadelphia is 3d 5h, covering a distance of 4036 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Oakland to Philadelphia route?

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

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

    The earliest train from Oakland to Philadelphia departs at 07:20. And the latest train departs at 08:25.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
07/01
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08/01
R 44 026
Today
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10/01
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11/01
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12/01
R 6 068
13/01
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oakland to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 12 Jan 2026 with a price of R 6 068

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

You can expect to pay from R 6 068 to R 48 859 for a train ticket from Oakland to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 6 068, which is on 2026-01-12.

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