Train from Oakland to St. Louis: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Oakland to St. Louis on November 29
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Emeryville Station
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Emeryville Station
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Compare 2 ways to go from Oakland to St. Louis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 2 days, 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $175, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
2d 5hAverage Duration
1731 milesDistance
70kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$175 - $572Average Duration2d 5h
70kg CO₂e
Average Price$303 - $567Average Duration2d 12h
254kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Oakland to St. Louis 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 St. Louis?

    The cheapest train tickets from Oakland to St. Louis start from $303. The average price for this train route is around $347. 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 St. Louis?

    The average train ride duration from Oakland to St. Louis is 2d 12h, covering a distance of 1730 miles (2790 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators service the Oakland to St. Louis route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train departs from Oakland to St. Louis at 7:13am. 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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11/27
$349
11/28
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$485
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oakland to St. Louis was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $349

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