Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 5776 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 $67
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Reno to Oakland 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 Reno to Oakland?
The cheapest train tickets from Reno to Oakland start from $67. The average price for this train route is around $97. 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 Reno to Oakland?
The average train ride duration from Reno to Oakland is 9h 40m, covering a distance of 178 miles (286 km). The quickest train can get you there in 7h 33m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Reno to Oakland route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Reno to Oakland?
The earliest train departs from Reno to Oakland at 9:24am. And the latest train departs at 10:24am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
03/23
$142
03/24
$116
Today
$142
03/26
$142
03/27
$142
03/28
$142
03/29
$614
03/30
$142
The cheapest trip from Reno to Oakland was searched and found on Mar 24, 2026 with a price of $116
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Reno to Oakland, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $116 to $619 for a train ticket from Reno to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $142 which is on 2026-03-26.
The cheapest trip from Reno to Oakland was searched and found on Mar 24, 2026 with a price of $116
