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

The cheapest train tickets from Denver to Oakland start from €94. The average price for this train route is around €136. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Denver to Oakland?

The average train journey time from Denver to Oakland is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 1512 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Denver to Oakland route?

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

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

The earliest train from Denver to Oakland departs at 08:46. And the latest train departs at 08:46.

Train Denver to Oakland from €90 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Denver to Oakland on 23 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:46	Union Station	1d 9h	16:57	Emeryville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:46	Union Station	1d 9h	16:57	Emeryville Station	No tags
Train	08:46	Union Station	1d 11h	19:04	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
Train	08:46	Union Station	1d 11h	19:04	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
Train	08:46	Union Station	1d 11h	18:54	Jack London Square	No tags

Next departures from Denver to Oakland on 24 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:46	Union Station	1d 9h	16:57	Emeryville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:46	Union Station	1d 11h	19:04	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
Train	08:46	Union Station	2d 8h	16:23	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
Train	08:46	Union Station	1d 11h	18:54	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	08:46	Union Station	2d 8h	16:13	Jack London Square	No tags

Next departures from Denver to Oakland on 25 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:46	Union Station	1d 9h	16:57	Emeryville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:46	Union Station	1d 9h	16:57	Emeryville Station	No tags
Train	08:46	Union Station	2d 8h	16:23	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
Train	08:46	Union Station	2d 8h	16:23	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
Train	08:46	Union Station	1d 10h	17:51	Jack London Square	No tags

Next departures from Denver to Oakland on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:46	Union Station	1d 9h	16:57	Emeryville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:46	Union Station	1d 9h	16:57	Emeryville Station	No tags
Train	08:46	Union Station	2d 8h	16:23	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
Train	08:46	Union Station	2d 8h	16:23	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
Train	08:46	Union Station	1d 10h	17:51	Jack London Square	No tags

Next departures from Denver to Oakland on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:46	Union Station	1d 9h	16:57	Emeryville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:46	Union Station	1d 9h	16:57	Emeryville Station	No tags
Train	08:46	Union Station	2d 8h	16:23	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
Train	08:46	Union Station	2d 8h	16:23	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
Train	08:46	Union Station	1d 10h	17:51	Jack London Square	No tags

Next departures from Denver to Oakland on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:46	Union Station	1d 9h	16:57	Emeryville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:46	Union Station	1d 9h	16:57	Emeryville Station	No tags
Train	08:46	Union Station	1d 10h	17:51	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	08:46	Union Station	1d 10h	17:51	Jack London Square	No tags
Train	08:46	Union Station	1d 15h	23:03	Jack London Square	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 02:02 MST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Denver 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 1 day, 12 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just €88, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1d 12hAverage duration

1513 kmDistance

38kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price€88 - €430	Average duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€94 - €2,566	Average duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 138kg CO₂e

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

Denver

A
Union Station
1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202
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Oakland

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

Amtrak

4/55,749 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5749 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 €94

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Denver 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 Denver to Oakland?
The cheapest train tickets from Denver to Oakland start from €94. The average price for this train route is around €136. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Denver to Oakland?
The average train journey time from Denver to Oakland is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 1512 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Denver to Oakland route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Denver to Oakland?
The earliest train from Denver to Oakland departs at 08:46. And the latest train departs at 08:46.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

21/01

€156

22/01

€156

Today

€156

24/01

€487

25/01

€187

26/01

€187

27/01

€156

28/01

€156

The cheapest trip from Denver to Oakland was searched and found on 21 Jan 2026 with a price of €156

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

You can expect to pay from €156 to €615 for a train ticket from Denver to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €156, which is on 2026-01-27.

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

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1d 12h	Avg price€146	Daily departures2
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1d 12h	Avg price€136	Daily departures4

The best way to travel between Denver and Oakland is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost €136 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from €94. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Oakland, choose the train, as it will take you from Denver to Oakland in about 1d 12h – that's the fastest way to get there!