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Compare bus and train for Austin, TX to Oakland, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Austin, TX to Oakland, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €181. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 39h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €181, and a train costs an average of €467.
Distance: 1492 miles (2402 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€529 Average price | €181 Average price Cheapest |
92h 53m Average total duration 92h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 39h 35m Average total duration Fastest 39h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Overview: Train from Austin, TX to Oakland, CA
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Trains from Austin, TX to Oakland, CA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 92h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $583 (€467) but you can travel from only $227 (€181) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 18:50. The fastest train covers the 1492 miles (2402 km) distance in 86h 28m.
Distance 1492 miles (2402 km) |
Average train duration 92h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $583 (€467) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 86h 28m |
First train 04:45 |
Last train 18:50 |
FAQs: Trains from Austin, TX to Oakland, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Austin, TX 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 Austin, TX to Oakland, CA
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Free for passengers
- The Driskill
- Hotel Ella
- Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station is a single-level facility with an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: Capital Metro routes available
- Train: Served by Amtrak's Texas Eagle
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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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