The cheapest and fastest trains from Auburn, CA to Oakland, CA
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
2 h 58 m
Average duration
2 h 58 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
160 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Auburn, CA to Oakland, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Auburn, CA to Oakland, CA will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
Of the 1 trains that leave Auburn, CA for Oakland, CA on Wed, May 13, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 13 the direct trains cover the 160 km distance in an average of 2 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 58 m .
On Wed, May 13 the slowest trains will take 2 h 58 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
2:36 PM2h58Auburn, CA5:34 PMOakland, CA$391One-way0 transfers
2:36 PM2h58Auburn, CA5:34 PMOakland, CA$391One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Auburn, CA to Oakland, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Auburn, CA to Oakland, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a train costs an average of $39.
Distance: 99 miles (160 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$45 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 35m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Auburn, CA to Oakland, CA:
A bus is $14 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Auburn, CA to Oakland, CA costing on average $45 (€36).
Other travel options to Oakland, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 20m.
Tickets start at around $45 (€36) compared to roughly $24 (€19) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-21.13 (€-16.91). The journey takes 3h 5m versus 1h 52m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Auburn, CA to Oakland, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Auburn, CA to Oakland, CA trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:36 PM Auburn, CA | 2h58 | 5:34 PM Oakland, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Auburn, CA to Oakland, CA
Trains from Auburn, CA to Oakland, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $39 (€31) but you can travel from only $28 (€22) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:35, the last at 19:12. The fastest train covers the 99 miles (160 km) distance in 2h 58m.
Distance 99 miles (160 km) |
Average train duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€31) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 58m |
First train 6:35 AM |
Last train 7:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from Auburn, CA to Oakland, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Auburn, CA and Oakland, CA from $28 (€22). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Auburn, CA to Oakland, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Auburn, CA to Oakland, CA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Oakland, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Auburn, CA to Oakland, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby, with several public parking lots in the vicinity.
- Yoshi's Oakland
- Scott's Seafood Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- Waterfront Hotel
- Z Hotel Jack London Square
- Executive Inn & Suites
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak services
- Bus: AC Transit lines 12, 72, 72M
- Ferry: San Francisco Bay Ferry
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