The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlsbad, CA to Oakland, CA
Cheapest price
$243
Average price
$243
Fastest journey
14 h 9 m
Average duration
14 h 9 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
682 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlsbad, 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 Carlsbad, CA to Oakland, CA will cost around $243 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $243.
It's difficult to get from Carlsbad, CA to Oakland, CA without transferring at least once.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Carlsbad, CA to Oakland, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carlsbad, CA to Oakland, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €178. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 11h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €178, and a train costs an average of €194.
Distance: 423 miles (682 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€194 Average price | €178 Average price Cheapest |
11h 32m Average total duration Fastest 11h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 42m Average total duration 13h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Carlsbad, CA to Oakland, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Carlsbad, CA to Oakland, CA trains for tomorrow, Thursday, February 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:57 AM Carlsbad, CA | 14h09 | 9:06 PM Oakland, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlsbad, CA to Oakland, CA
Trains from Carlsbad, CA to Oakland, CA run on average 30 times per day, taking around 11h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $244 (€194) but you can travel from only $224 (€178) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 22:25. The fastest train covers the 423 miles (682 km) distance in 14h 9m.
Distance 423 miles (682 km) |
Average train duration 11h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $244 (€194) |
Trains per day 30 |
Fastest train 14h 9m |
First train 04:45 |
Last train 22:25 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Carlsbad, CA to Oakland, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Carlsbad, CA and Oakland, CA from $224 (€178). 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 Carlsbad, CA to Oakland, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlsbad, 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 Carlsbad, 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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