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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Elko Station | Emeryville Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Elko Station | Jack London Square | No tags | ||||
| Train | Elko Station | Jack London Square | No tags | ||||
| Train | Elko Station | Jack London Square | No tags | ||||
| Train | Elko Station | Jack London Square | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Elko to Oakland
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 11 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 356, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5727 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 R 1 264
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Elko to Oakland by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Elko to Oakland?
The cheapest train tickets from Elko to Oakland start from R 1 264. The average price for this train route is around R 2 314. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Elko to Oakland?
The average train journey time from Elko to Oakland is 15h 30m, covering a distance of 652 km. The quickest train can get you there in 13h 32m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Elko 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 Elko to Oakland?
The earliest train from Elko to Oakland departs at 03:25. And the latest train departs at 03:34.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Elko to Oakland was searched and found on 11 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 810To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Elko to Oakland as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 810 to R 13 378 for a train ticket from Elko to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 810, which is on 2026-01-13.
