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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Diridon Station | Coliseum/Airport | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Diridon Station | Coliseum/Airport | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Diridon Station | Jack London Square | No tags | ||||
| Train | Diridon Station | Jack London Square | No tags | ||||
| Train | Diridon Station | Jack London Square | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Jose to Oakland
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just R 202, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in San Jose, US and Oakland?
Train Companies
Based on 5641 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 R 295
Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Jose, US to Oakland by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from San Jose to Oakland?
The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Oakland start from R 295. The average price for this train route is around R 312. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Jose to Oakland?
The average train journey time from San Jose to Oakland is 1h 8m, covering a distance of 54 km. The quickest train can get you there in 55m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Jose to Oakland route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 26 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Jose to Oakland?
The earliest train from San Jose to Oakland departs at 06:18. And the latest train departs at 20:56.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Oakland was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 260To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Jose, US to Oakland as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 260 to R 3 944 for a train ticket from San Jose, US to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 260, which is on 2025-12-14.
