Train from Oakland to Boston, MA, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Oakland to Boston on December 21
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Emeryville Station
Back Bay StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Emeryville Station
Boston Route 128, MANo tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
Train
Emeryville Station
South StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Emeryville Station
South StationNo tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
Train
Emeryville Station
Boston Route 128, MANo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Oakland to Boston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 3 days, 16 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $123, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
3d 16hAverage Duration
2677 milesDistance
108kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$123 - $954Average Duration3d 16h
108kg CO₂e
Average Price$250 - $3,795Average Duration3d 10h
393kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Oakland to Boston, MA, US by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Oakland to Boston?

    The cheapest train tickets from Oakland to Boston start from $250. The average price for this train route is around $776. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train ride duration from Oakland to Boston is 3d 10h, covering a distance of 2679 miles (4321 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3d 7h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators service the Oakland to Boston route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 12 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Oakland to Boston?

    The earliest train departs from Oakland to Boston at 7:13am. And the latest train departs at 10:15am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
12/18
$1,588
12/19
$1,486
Today
$1,675
12/21
$2,469
12/22
$2,902
12/23
No data
12/24
No data
12/25
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oakland to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on Dec 19, 2025 with a price of $1,486

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.

You can expect to pay from $1,486 to $3,006 for a train ticket from Oakland to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $2,469 which is on 2025-12-21.

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