How much is the train ticket from St. Louis to Oakland?

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Oakland start from $153. The average price for this train route is around $523. 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 St. Louis to Oakland?

The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Oakland is 3d 2h, covering a distance of 1730 miles (2790 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 10h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the St. Louis to Oakland route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from St. Louis to Oakland?

The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Oakland at 6:35am. And the latest train departs at 8:10pm.

Train St. Louis to Oakland from $234 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Oakland on January 11
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:10pm	Gateway Station	2d 22h	4:54pm	Emeryville Station	Cheapest
8:10am	Gateway Station	2d 10h	4:57pm	Emeryville Station	Fastest
6:35am	Gateway Station	2d 12h	4:57pm	Emeryville Station	No tags
6:35am	Gateway Station	2d 12h	4:57pm	Emeryville Station	No tags
6:35am	Gateway Station	2d 12h	4:57pm	Emeryville Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:10 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Oakland

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 2 days, 6 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $152, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

2d 6hAverage Duration

1731 milesDistance

70kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$152 - $838	Average Duration2d 6h	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$153 - $1,787	Average Duration3d 2h	CO₂ emissions 254kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in St. Louis and Oakland?

St. Louis

A
Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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Oakland

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

Amtrak

4/55,725 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5725 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 $153

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Oakland?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Oakland start from $153. The average price for this train route is around $523. 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 St. Louis to Oakland?
The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Oakland is 3d 2h, covering a distance of 1730 miles (2790 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 10h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the St. Louis to Oakland route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from St. Louis to Oakland?
The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Oakland at 6:35am. And the latest train departs at 8:10pm.

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

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The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Oakland was searched and found on Jan 11, 2026 with a price of $234

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

You can expect to pay from $234 to $1,623 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $234 which is on 2026-01-11.