Trains from Oakland, CA to Olympia, WA

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Train Oakland to Olympia: Trip Overview

Train Oakland to Olympia: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$144
Average train trip duration23h 37m
Number of daily trains3
Earliest train departure7:00 PM
Distance635 miles (1024 km)
Latest train departure9:41 PM
Please note, this information is subject to change.
Train Companies

Train Companies

US train company: Brightline

Oakland to Olympia Trains

Information on this train trip

Daily Trains3
Earliest and Latest Train Departures7:00PM - 9:41PM
Minimum Price$127
Average Ticket Price$144
Minimum Trip Duration20h18m
Average Train Trip Duration23h37m
Distance635 miles (1024 km)
Train Companies on This RouteAmtrak
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Oakland - Olympia

The average train ticket price from Oakland to Olympia is $144. The best way to find train tickets from Oakland to Olympia 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!

A train trip between Oakland and Olympia is around 23h 37m, although the fastest train will take about 20h 18m. This is the time it takes to travel the 639 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of trains from Oakland to Olympia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Oakland to Olympia by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the train from Oakland to Olympia, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Oakland to Olympia is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Olympia, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Oakland and Olympia compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Oakland to Olympia, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

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.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

What's the cheapest way to go from Oakland to Olympia?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time20h 15mAvg Price$166Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time23h 37mAvg Price$144Daily Departures3

The best way to travel between Oakland and Olympia is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $144 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $127. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Olympia, choose the train, as it will take you from Oakland to Olympia in about 20h 15m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Oakland by train?

Train from Olympia to Oakland

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