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Compare bus and train for Austin, TX to Oakland, CA
Omio recommends booking the flight 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 €147. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 16h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €147, and a train costs an average of €292.
Distance: 1492 miles (2402 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€406 Average price | €334 Average price | €238 Average price Cheapest |
86h 31m Average total duration 86h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 39m Average total duration Fastest 16h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 39h 35m Average total duration 39h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Austin, TX to Oakland, CA
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Trains from Austin, TX to Oakland, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 86h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $369 (€292) but you can travel from only $185 (€147) 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 49h 38m.
Distance 1492 miles (2402 km) |
Average train duration 86h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $369 (€292) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 49h 38m |
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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