How much is the train ticket from New Orleans to Oakland?

The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to Oakland start from $284. The average price for this train route is around $1,439. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from New Orleans to Oakland?

The average train ride duration from New Orleans to Oakland is 3d 9h, covering a distance of 1912 miles (3083 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 9h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the New Orleans to Oakland route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from New Orleans to Oakland?

The earliest train departs from New Orleans to Oakland at 9:00am. And the latest train departs at 1:45pm.

Train New Orleans to Oakland from $319 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for New Orleans to Oakland on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	3d 5h	5:07pm	Emeryville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	3d 9h	9:12pm	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	3d 9h	9:37pm	Emeryville Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:12 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from New Orleans to Oakland

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 2 days, 8 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $174, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

2d 8hAverage Duration

1916 milesDistance

77kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$174 - $727	Average Duration2d 8h	CO₂ emissions 77kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$284 - $4,569	Average Duration3d 9h	CO₂ emissions 281kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in New Orleans and Oakland?

New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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Oakland

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

Amtrak

4/55,651 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5651 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $284

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New Orleans to Oakland by train

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

How much is the train ticket from New Orleans to Oakland?
The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to Oakland start from $284. The average price for this train route is around $1,439. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from New Orleans to Oakland?
The average train ride duration from New Orleans to Oakland is 3d 9h, covering a distance of 1912 miles (3083 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 9h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the New Orleans to Oakland route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from New Orleans to Oakland?
The earliest train departs from New Orleans to Oakland at 9:00am. And the latest train departs at 1:45pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/14

$588

12/15

No data

Today

$2,097

12/17

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12/18

$493

12/19

$2,534

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The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Oakland was searched and found on Dec 18, 2025 with a price of $493

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

You can expect to pay from $493 to $4,413 for a train ticket from New Orleans to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $493 which is on 2025-12-18.