How much is the train ticket from Oakland to Reno?

The cheapest train tickets from Oakland to Reno start from R 1 075. The average price for this train route is around R 1 895. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Oakland to Reno?

The average train journey time from Oakland to Reno is 7h 51m, covering a distance of 286 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 24m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Oakland to Reno 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 Oakland to Reno?

The earliest train from Oakland to Reno departs at 07:12. And the latest train departs at 08:25.

Train Oakland to Reno from R 1 230 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Oakland to Reno on 30 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:45	Emeryville Station	6h 10m	13:55	Reno Station	Cheapest
13:08	Emeryville Station	5h 32m	18:40	Reno Station	Fastest
08:25	Emeryville Station	7h 2m	15:27	Reno Station	No tags
08:25	Emeryville Station	7h 2m	15:27	Reno Station	No tags
07:20	Coliseum/Airport	6h 35m	13:55	Reno Station	No tags

Next departures from Oakland to Reno on 31 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:58	Emeryville Station	5h 57m	13:55	Reno Station	Cheapest
14:08	Emeryville Station	5h 32m	19:40	Reno Station	Fastest
08:25	Emeryville Station	7h 2m	15:27	Reno Station	No tags
07:58	Emeryville Station	7h 29m	15:27	Reno Station	No tags
13:08	Emeryville Station	6h 32m	19:40	Reno Station	No tags

Next departures from Oakland to Reno on 1 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:58	Emeryville Station	5h 57m	13:55	Reno Station	Cheapest
14:08	Emeryville Station	5h 32m	19:40	Reno Station	Fastest
08:25	Emeryville Station	7h 2m	15:27	Reno Station	No tags
08:25	Emeryville Station	7h 2m	15:27	Reno Station	No tags
07:58	Emeryville Station	7h 29m	15:27	Reno Station	No tags

Next departures from Oakland to Reno on 2 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:45	Emeryville Station	6h 10m	13:55	Reno Station	Cheapest
13:08	Emeryville Station	5h 32m	18:40	Reno Station	Fastest
08:25	Emeryville Station	7h 2m	15:27	Reno Station	No tags
08:25	Emeryville Station	7h 2m	15:27	Reno Station	No tags
07:20	Coliseum/Airport	6h 35m	13:55	Reno Station	No tags

Next departures from Oakland to Reno on 3 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:45	Emeryville Station	6h 10m	13:55	Reno Station	Cheapest
13:08	Emeryville Station	5h 32m	18:40	Reno Station	Fastest
08:25	Emeryville Station	7h 2m	15:27	Reno Station	No tags
08:25	Emeryville Station	7h 2m	15:27	Reno Station	No tags
07:20	Coliseum/Airport	6h 35m	13:55	Reno Station	No tags

Next departures from Oakland to Reno on 4 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:45	Emeryville Station	6h 10m	13:55	Reno Station	Cheapest
13:08	Emeryville Station	5h 32m	18:40	Reno Station	Fastest
08:25	Emeryville Station	7h 2m	15:27	Reno Station	No tags
08:25	Emeryville Station	7h 2m	15:27	Reno Station	No tags
07:20	Coliseum/Airport	6h 35m	13:55	Reno Station	No tags

Next departures from Oakland to Reno on 5 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:45	Emeryville Station	6h 10m	13:55	Reno Station	Cheapest
13:08	Emeryville Station	5h 32m	18:40	Reno Station	Fastest
08:25	Emeryville Station	7h 2m	15:27	Reno Station	No tags
08:25	Emeryville Station	7h 2m	15:27	Reno Station	No tags
07:20	Coliseum/Airport	6h 35m	13:55	Reno Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:22 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Oakland to Reno

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Reno. The journey takes about 5 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 537, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

5h 35mAverage duration

289 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 537 - R 1 992	Average duration5h 35m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 075 - R 10 332	Average duration7h 51m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e

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

Oakland

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Emeryville Station
5885 Horton St, Emeryville, CA 94608, USA
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Reno

A
Reno Station
101169 E Commercial Row, Reno, NV 89501, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5752 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 075

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oakland to Reno 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 Oakland to Reno?
The cheapest train tickets from Oakland to Reno start from R 1 075. The average price for this train route is around R 1 895. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Oakland to Reno?
The average train journey time from Oakland to Reno is 7h 51m, covering a distance of 286 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 24m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Oakland to Reno 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 Oakland to Reno?
The earliest train from Oakland to Reno departs at 07:12. And the latest train departs at 08:25.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

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R 1 230

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R 1 230

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R 1 230

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The cheapest trip from Oakland to Reno was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 230

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 230 to R 3 850 for a train ticket from Oakland to Reno based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 230, which is on 2026-01-30.