How much is the train ticket from San Jose to Oakland?

The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Oakland start from $17. The average price for this train route is around $18. 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 San Jose to Oakland?

The average train ride duration from San Jose to Oakland is 1h 8m, covering a distance of 34 miles (54 km). The quickest train can get you there in 55m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the San Jose to Oakland route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 26 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from San Jose to Oakland?

The earliest train departs from San Jose to Oakland at 6:18am. And the latest train departs at 8:56pm.

Train San Jose to Oakland from $15 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for San Jose to Oakland on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:50am	Diridon Station	57m	11:47am	Coliseum/Airport	Cheapest
Train	8:05pm	Diridon Station	54m	8:59pm	Coliseum/Airport	Fastest
Train	10:50am	Diridon Station	1h 6m	11:56am	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	12:50pm	Diridon Station	1h 6m	1:56pm	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	2:50pm	Diridon Station	1h 6m	3:56pm	Jack London Square	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Oakland on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:50am	Diridon Station	57m	9:47am	Coliseum/Airport	Cheapest
Train	8:05pm	Diridon Station	54m	8:59pm	Coliseum/Airport	Fastest
Train	8:50am	Diridon Station	1h 6m	9:56am	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	10:50am	Diridon Station	1h 6m	11:56am	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	12:50pm	Diridon Station	1h 6m	1:56pm	Jack London Square	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:25 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose 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 1 hour and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

1hAverage Duration

40 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$12 - $19	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$17 - $46	Average Duration1h 8m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in San Jose, US and Oakland?

San Jose, US

A
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St., San Jose, CA 95110
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Oakland

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

Amtrak

4/55,641 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5641 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 $17

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Jose, US 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 San Jose to Oakland?
The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Oakland start from $17. The average price for this train route is around $18. 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 San Jose to Oakland?
The average train ride duration from San Jose to Oakland is 1h 8m, covering a distance of 34 miles (54 km). The quickest train can get you there in 55m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Jose to Oakland route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 26 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from San Jose to Oakland?
The earliest train departs from San Jose to Oakland at 6:18am. And the latest train departs at 8:56pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/11

$15

12/12

$15

Today

$15

12/14

$15

12/15

$15

12/16

$15

12/17

No data

12/18

$15

The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Oakland was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $15

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

You can expect to pay from $15 to $228 for a train ticket from San Jose, US to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $15 which is on 2025-12-14.