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

The cheapest train tickets from Oakland to Richmond start from £289. The average price for this train route is around £1,320. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Oakland to Richmond?

The average train journey time from Oakland to Richmond is 3d 8h, covering a distance of 2424 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3d 4h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Oakland to Richmond route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Oakland to Richmond?

The earliest train from Oakland to Richmond departs at 07:20. And the latest train departs at 08:25.

Train Oakland to Richmond from £1,077 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Oakland to Richmond on 15 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:25	Emeryville Station	3d 7h	19:18	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
08:25	Emeryville Station	3d 4h	15:57	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
07:20	Coliseum/Airport	3d 7h	17:45	Main Street Station	No tags
07:20	Coliseum/Airport	3d 9h	19:47	Main Street Station	No tags
07:20	Coliseum/Airport	3d 5h	15:57	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:27 PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Oakland to Richmond

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 3 days, 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £173, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

3d 3hAverage duration

2416 milesDistance

97kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£173 - £408	Average duration3d 3h	CO₂ emissions 97kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£289 - £3,332	Average duration3d 8h	CO₂ emissions 356kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Oakland and Richmond, VA, US?

Oakland

A
Emeryville Station
5885 Horton St, Emeryville, CA 94608, USA
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Richmond, VA, US

A
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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B
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,735 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5735 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £289

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oakland to Richmond, VA, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Oakland to Richmond?
The cheapest train tickets from Oakland to Richmond start from £289. The average price for this train route is around £1,320. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Oakland to Richmond?
The average train journey time from Oakland to Richmond is 3d 8h, covering a distance of 2424 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Oakland to Richmond route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Oakland to Richmond?
The earliest train from Oakland to Richmond departs at 07:20. And the latest train departs at 08:25.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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£1,077

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The cheapest trip from Oakland to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 13 Jan 2026 with a price of £278

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

You can expect to pay from £278 to £1,208 for a train ticket from Oakland to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £1,077, which is on 2026-01-15.