How much is the train ticket from Oakland to Boston?

The cheapest train tickets from Oakland to Boston start from $250. The average price for this train route is around $1,493. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Oakland to Boston?

The average train ride duration from Oakland to Boston is 3d 10h, covering a distance of 2679 miles (4321 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3d 7h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Oakland to Boston route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Oakland to Boston?

The earliest train departs from Oakland to Boston at 7:20am. And the latest train departs at 10:15am.

Train Oakland to Boston from $240 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Oakland to Boston on January 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:25am	Emeryville Station	3d 10h	9:48pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Cheapest
Train	8:25am	Emeryville Station	3d 8h	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	Fastest
Train	7:35am	Jack London Square	3d 9h	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
Train	8:08am	Jack London Square	3d 9h	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
Train	8:08am	Jack London Square	3d 9h	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	No tags

Next departures for Oakland to Boston on January 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:25am	Emeryville Station	3d 9h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
Train	8:25am	Emeryville Station	3d 8h	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	Fastest
Train	7:35am	Jack London Square	3d 9h	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
Train	7:35am	Jack London Square	3d 9h	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
Train	8:08am	Jack London Square	3d 9h	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	No tags

Next departures for Oakland to Boston on January 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:25am	Emeryville Station	3d 13h	1:16am	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
	Train	8:25am	Emeryville Station	3d 8h	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	Fastest
	Train	8:08am	Jack London Square	3d 12h	11:40pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	8:25am	Emeryville Station	3d 11h	10:54pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
	Train	8:08am	Jack London Square	3d 12h	11:40pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Oakland to Boston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 3 days, 16 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $130, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

3d 16hAverage Duration

2676 milesDistance

108kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$130 - $951	Average Duration3d 16h	CO₂ emissions 108kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$250 - $4,310	Average Duration3d 10h	CO₂ emissions 393kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Oakland and Boston, MA, US?

Oakland

A
Emeryville Station
5885 Horton St, Emeryville, CA 94608, USA
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Boston, MA, US

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
South Station
700 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02205, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,726 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5726 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $250

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Oakland to Boston, MA, US by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Oakland to Boston?
The cheapest train tickets from Oakland to Boston start from $250. The average price for this train route is around $1,493. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Oakland to Boston?
The average train ride duration from Oakland to Boston is 3d 10h, covering a distance of 2679 miles (4321 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3d 7h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Oakland to Boston route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Oakland to Boston?
The earliest train departs from Oakland to Boston at 7:20am. And the latest train departs at 10:15am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/09

$339

01/10

$409

Today

$409

01/12

$580

01/13

$453

01/14

No data

01/15

No data

01/16

$604

The cheapest trip from Oakland to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on Jan 9, 2026 with a price of $339

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

You can expect to pay from $339 to $4,415 for a train ticket from Oakland to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $453 which is on 2026-01-13.