Train tickets from Oakland to Boston, MA, US

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Next departures from Oakland to Boston on 1 November
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Amtrak
    Emeryville Station
    Back Bay StationNo tags
    Amtrak
      Emeryville Station
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      Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
        Emeryville Station
        South StationNo tags
        Amtrak
          Emeryville Station
          Back Bay StationNo tags
          Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
            Emeryville Station
            Boston Route 128, MANo tags

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            We recommend taking the bus

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 3 days, 17 hours and with fares starting at just US$203, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            12bus per day
            3d 17hAverage duration
            4323 kmDistance
            108kgCO₂ emissions
            Average priceUS$203 - US$527Average duration3d 17h
            108kg CO₂e
            Average priceUS$610 - US$719Average duration3d 11h
            393kg CO₂e

            Train Oakland to Boston, MA, US: Trip Overview

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            Average ticket priceUS$682
            Average train trip duration3d 11h
            Number of daily trains7
            Earliest train departure08:25
            Distance4319 km

            Oakland to Boston Train

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip Oakland - Boston, MA, US

            1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Oakland to Boston cost?

              The average train ticket price from Oakland to Boston is US$682. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Oakland to Boston is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

            2. How long is the train trip from Oakland to Boston?

              A train trip between Oakland and Boston is around 3d 11h, although the fastest train will take about 3d 10h. This is the time it takes to travel the 4326 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily train are there between Oakland and Boston?

              The number of trains from Oakland to Boston can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Oakland to Boston by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which train companies travel from Oakland to Boston?

              When taking the train from Oakland to Boston, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

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

            About Train Travel

            Train Travel Tips

            Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Oakland and Boston is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Boston.

            Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Boston, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

            By choosing the train between Oakland and Boston, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

            Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Oakland to Boston.

            Did you know?

            The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

            You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

            You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

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