Train from Oakland to Tucson: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Oakland to Tucson on 23 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Jack London Square
Tucson StationCheapest
Amtrak
Emeryville Station
Tucson StationFastest
Amtrak
Jack London Square
Tucson StationNo tags
Amtrak
Jack London Square
Tucson StationNo tags
Amtrak
Jack London Square
Tucson StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Oakland to Tucson

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Tucson. The journey takes about 20 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 821, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
20h 55mAverage duration
1204 kmDistance
30kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 821 - R 7 132Average duration20h 55m
30kg CO₂e
Average priceR 2 316 - R 15 710Average duration22h 29m
110kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oakland to Tucson 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 Tucson?

    The cheapest train tickets from Oakland to Tucson start from R 2 316. The average price for this train route is around R 2 679. 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 Tucson?

    The average train journey time from Oakland to Tucson is 22h 29m, covering a distance of 1205 km. The quickest train can get you there in 21h 10m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Oakland to Tucson departs at 08:39. 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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R 2 218
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oakland to Tucson was searched and found on 21 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 218

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 218 to R 13 442 for a train ticket from Oakland to Tucson based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 218, which is on 2026-01-23.

What's the cheapest way to go from Oakland to Tucson?

busbud logoThe Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Oakland and Tucson is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 2 679 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 2 316. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Tucson, choose the train, as it will take you from Oakland to Tucson in about 20h 55m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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