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

The average train ticket price from Oakland to Boston is $573. The best way to find 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!

How long is the train trip from Oakland to Boston?

A train trip between Oakland and Boston is around 3d 10h, although the fastest train will take about 3d 8h. This is the time it takes to travel the 2682 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains 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 have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Oakland to Boston by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the best sights and things to do in Boston?

Once in Boston, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Freedom Trail, Boston Public Library, New England Aquarium, Boston Bruins at TD Garden, Duck Tour.

Trains from Oakland to Boston (MA), US | Amtrak

Compare 2 ways to go from Oakland to Boston.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$221 - $394	Average Duration3d 19h	CO₂ emissions 108kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$452 - $858	Average Duration3d 10h	CO₂ emissions 393kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Oakland to Boston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 3 days, 19 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $221, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

3d 19hAverage Duration

$221Cheapest ticket

108kgCO₂ emissions

Train Oakland to Boston: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$573

Average train trip duration3d 10h

Number of daily trains7

Earliest train departure7:13am

Distance2679 miles (4320 km)

Latest train departure8:25am

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,115 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5115 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 $452.00

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Oakland to Boston Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Oakland and Boston?

Stops in Oakland

A - Emeryville Station

Stops in Boston

A - South Station

B - Back Bay Station

C - North Station

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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 personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride 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 traveled 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 traveling between the city and the suburbs.

Will you be returning to Oakland by train?

Train from Boston to Oakland

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Trains tickets from Oakland to Boston (MA), US