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

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Oakland start from £216. The average price for this train route is around £384. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Oakland?

The average train journey time from Washington to Oakland is 3d 10h, 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 Washington to Oakland route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Washington to Oakland departs at 07:13. And the latest train departs at 18:30.

Train Washington to Oakland from £150 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Washington to Oakland on 18 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:57	Union Station	3d 4h	16:57	Emeryville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	10:59	Union Station	3d 13h	21:12	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	10:59	Union Station	3d 13h	21:12	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	11:39	Union Station	4d 7h	16:13	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	11:39	Union Station	4d 7h	16:13	Jack London Square	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Oakland on 20 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:57	Union Station	3d 4h	16:57	Emeryville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	15:57	Union Station	3d 4h	17:51	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	15:57	Union Station	3d 4h	17:51	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	15:57	Union Station	3d 4h	16:57	Emeryville Station	No tags
Train	10:35	Union Station	3d 9h	16:57	Emeryville Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Oakland on 22 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:30	Union Station	4d 5h	21:12	Jack London Square	Cheapest
Train	15:57	Union Station	3d 5h	18:54	Jack London Square	Fastest
Train	15:57	Union Station	4d 3h	16:13	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	18:30	Union Station	4d 5h	21:12	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	15:57	Union Station	3d 6h	19:04	Coliseum/Airport	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Oakland on 23 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:39	Union Station	3d 8h	16:57	Emeryville Station	Cheapest
Train	15:57	Union Station	3d 4h	17:51	Jack London Square	Fastest
Train	10:59	Union Station	3d 13h	21:12	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	10:59	Union Station	3d 13h	21:12	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	11:39	Union Station	4d 7h	16:13	Jack London Square	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 04:30 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Oakland

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 3 days, 11 hours and with fares starting at just £151, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

3d 11hAverage duration

2431 milesDistance

98kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£151 - £840	Average duration3d 11h	CO₂ emissions 98kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£216 - £3,448	Average duration3d 10h	CO₂ emissions 356kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Washington, DC, US and Oakland?

Washington, DC, US

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Oakland

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

Amtrak

4/55,740 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5740 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 £216

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Oakland 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 Washington to Oakland?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Oakland start from £216. The average price for this train route is around £384. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Oakland?
The average train journey time from Washington to Oakland is 3d 10h, 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 Washington to Oakland route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Oakland?
The earliest train from Washington to Oakland departs at 07:13. And the latest train departs at 18:30.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

15/01

£328

16/01

£305

Today

£208

18/01

£255

19/01

No data

20/01

£287

21/01

No data

22/01

£381

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Oakland was searched and found on 17 Jan 2026 with a price of £208

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

You can expect to pay from £208 to £2,375 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £255, which is on 2026-01-18.