How much does a train ticket from New York City to Oakland cost?

The average train ticket price from New York City to Oakland is $510. The best way to find train tickets from New York City to Oakland is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from New York City to Oakland?

A train trip between New York City and Oakland is around 3d 10h, although the fastest train will take about 3d 4h. This is the time it takes to travel the 2555 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between New York City and Oakland?

The number of trains from New York City to Oakland can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from New York City to Oakland by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from New York City to Oakland?

When taking the train from New York City to Oakland, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Train New York City to Oakland from $260 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for New York City to Oakland on September 25
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	4d 9h	9:12pm	Jack London Square	Cheapest
3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	3d 8h	9:12pm	Jack London Square	Fastest
2:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	4d 10h	9:37pm	Emeryville Station	No tags
2:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	4d 10h	9:37pm	Emeryville Station	No tags
3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	3d 8h	9:37pm	Emeryville Station	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Oakland on September 26
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	3d 8h	9:12pm	Jack London Square	CheapestFastest
6:45am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	3d 17h	9:37pm	Emeryville Station	No tags
6:45am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	3d 17h	9:37pm	Emeryville Station	No tags
3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	3d 8h	9:37pm	Emeryville Station	No tags
3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	3d 8h	9:37pm	Emeryville Station	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Oakland on September 27
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	4d 9h	9:12pm	Jack London Square	Cheapest
3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	3d 8h	9:12pm	Jack London Square	Fastest
2:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	4d 10h	9:37pm	Emeryville Station	No tags
2:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	4d 10h	9:37pm	Emeryville Station	No tags
3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	3d 8h	9:37pm	Emeryville Station	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Oakland on September 29
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	3d 8h	9:12pm	Jack London Square	CheapestFastest
2:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	4d 10h	9:37pm	Emeryville Station	No tags
2:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	4d 10h	9:37pm	Emeryville Station	No tags
3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	3d 8h	9:37pm	Emeryville Station	No tags
3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	3d 8h	9:37pm	Emeryville Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 7:52 AM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from New York City to Oakland.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$120 - $887	Average Duration3d 11h	CO₂ emissions 103kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$243 - $2,087	Average Duration3d 10h	CO₂ emissions 375kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from New York City to Oakland

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 3 days, 11 hours 56 minutes and with fares starting at just $120, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

69bus per day

3d 11hAverage Duration

$120Cheapest ticket

103kgCO₂ emissions

Train New York City to Oakland: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$510

Average train trip duration3d 10h

Number of daily trains8

Earliest train departure6:40am

Distance2552 miles (4116 km)

Latest train departure3:40pm

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,477 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5477 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 $243

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

New York City to Oakland Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in New York City and Oakland?

Stops in New York City

A - Penn Station

Stops in Oakland

A - Emeryville Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip New York City - Oakland

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/22

$500

09/23

$656

Today

$712

09/25

$524

09/26

$542

09/27

$512

09/28

$460

09/29

$518

The cheapest trip from New York City to Oakland was searched and found on Sep 28, 2025 with a price of $460

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

You can expect to pay from $460 to $3,007 for a train ticket from New York City to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $460 which is on 2025-09-28.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

There are many train stations in the world, check it station pages on Busbud to get all information you need.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Oakland, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between New York City and Oakland, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from New York City to Oakland while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

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Train from Oakland to New York City

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