Train from Oakland to Tucson: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Oakland to Tucson on January 18
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Jack London Square
Tucson StationCheapest
Amtrak
Emeryville Station
Tucson StationFastest
Amtrak
Jack London Square
Tucson StationNo tags
Amtrak
Jack London Square
Tucson StationNo tags
Amtrak
Jack London Square
Tucson StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Oakland to Tucson

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Tucson. The journey takes about 20 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $88, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
20h 55mAverage Duration
751 milesDistance
30kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$88 - $446Average Duration20h 55m
30kg CO₂e
Average Price$183 - $943Average Duration22h 29m
109kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Oakland to Tucson 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 Tucson?

    The cheapest train tickets from Oakland to Tucson start from $183. The average price for this train route is around $827. 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 Tucson?

    The average train ride duration from Oakland to Tucson is 22h 29m, covering a distance of 745 miles (1201 km). The quickest train can get you there in 21h 10m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train departs from Oakland to Tucson at 8:39am. And the latest train departs at 9:09am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oakland to Tucson was searched and found on Jan 18, 2026 with a price of $133

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

You can expect to pay from $133 to $848 for a train ticket from Oakland to Tucson based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $133 which is on 2026-01-18.

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