How much is the train ticket from Washington to Oakland?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Oakland start from R 5 964. The average price for this train route is around R 9 186. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Oakland?

The average train journey time from Washington to Oakland is 3d 13h, covering a distance of 3909 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3d 4h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Oakland route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 6 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Oakland?

The earliest train from Washington to Oakland departs at 07:53. And the latest train departs at 18:30.

Train Washington to Oakland from R 6 469 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Washington to Oakland on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:57	Union Station	3d 4h	17:07	Emeryville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	15:57	Union Station	3d 4h	17:51	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	15:57	Union Station	3d 4h	17:51	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	15:57	Union Station	4d 3h	16:13	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	15:57	Union Station	4d 3h	16:13	Jack London Square	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Oakland on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:57	Union Station	3d 4h	17:07	Emeryville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	15:57	Union Station	3d 4h	17:51	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	15:57	Union Station	3d 4h	17:51	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	15:57	Union Station	3d 4h	17:07	Emeryville Station	No tags
Train	10:35	Union Station	3d 9h	17:07	Emeryville Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Oakland on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:57	Union Station	3d 4h	17:07	Emeryville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	15:57	Union Station	3d 5h	18:54	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	15:57	Union Station	3d 6h	19:04	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
Train	10:35	Union Station	3d 9h	17:07	Emeryville Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Oakland on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:30	Union Station	4d 5h	21:12	Jack London Square	Cheapest
Train	15:57	Union Station	3d 4h	17:07	Emeryville Station	Fastest
Train	15:57	Union Station	3d 5h	18:54	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	15:57	Union Station	4d 3h	16:13	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	15:57	Union Station	3d 6h	19:04	Coliseum/Airport	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Oakland on 20 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	18:30	Union Station	4d 5h	21:12	Jack London Square	CheapestFastest
	Train	18:30	Union Station	4d 6h	21:37	Emeryville Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Oakland on 21 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	15:57	Union Station	3d 4h	17:07	Emeryville Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	15:57	Union Station	3d 4h	17:51	Jack London Square	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 11:45 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Oakland

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 3 days, 11 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 3 946, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

3d 11hAverage duration

3910 kmDistance

98kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 3 946 - R 18 058	Average duration3d 11h	CO₂ emissions 98kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 5 964 - R 64 102	Average duration3d 13h	CO₂ emissions 356kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Washington, DC, US and Oakland?

Washington, DC, US

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Oakland

A
Emeryville Station
5885 Horton St, Emeryville, CA 94608, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 646 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5646 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 5 964

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, 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 Washington to Oakland?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Oakland start from R 5 964. The average price for this train route is around R 9 186. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Oakland?
The average train journey time from Washington to Oakland is 3d 13h, covering a distance of 3909 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Oakland route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Oakland?
The earliest train from Washington to Oakland departs at 07:53. And the latest train departs at 18:30.

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

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R 6 659

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R 6 469

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R 6 469

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R 7 385

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R 6 884

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R 30 179

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The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Oakland was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 6 469

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

You can expect to pay from R 6 469 to R 54 927 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 6 884, which is on 2025-12-16.