The cheapest and fastest trains from Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA to Auburn station, Auburn, CA
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
2 h 57 m
Average duration
3 h 8 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
158 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA to Auburn station, Auburn, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA to Auburn station, Auburn, CA will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
Of the 6 trains that leave Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA for Auburn station, Auburn, CA on Thu, May 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 158 km distance in an average of 3 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 57 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 22 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.
538 Capitol Corridor4:13 PM2h57Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA7:10 PMAuburn station, Auburn, CA$401One-way0 transfers
532 Capitol Corridor · 3532 AMTRAK1:08 PM3h17Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA4:25 PMAuburn station, Auburn, CA$501One-way1 transfer
542 Capitol Corridor · 3642 AMTRAK5:33 PM3h02Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA8:35 PMAuburn station, Auburn, CA$501One-way1 transfer
544 Capitol Corridor · 3646 AMTRAK6:48 PM3h02Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA9:50 PMAuburn station, Auburn, CA$501One-way1 transfer
524 Capitol Corridor · 3524 AMTRAK7:45 AM4h10Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA11:55 AMAuburn station, Auburn, CA$501One-way1 transfer
538 Capitol Corridor4:13 PM2h57Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA7:10 PMAuburn station, Auburn, CA$401One-way0 transfers
542 Capitol Corridor · 3642 AMTRAK5:33 PM3h02Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA8:35 PMAuburn station, Auburn, CA$501One-way1 transfer
544 Capitol Corridor · 3646 AMTRAK6:48 PM3h02Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA9:50 PMAuburn station, Auburn, CA$501One-way1 transfer
532 Capitol Corridor · 3532 AMTRAK1:08 PM3h17Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA4:25 PMAuburn station, Auburn, CA$501One-way1 transfer
536 Capitol Corridor · 3536 AMTRAK3:08 PM3h22Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA6:30 PMAuburn station, Auburn, CA$501One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA to Auburn station, Auburn, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA to Auburn station, Auburn, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $39.
Distance: 98 miles (158 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$40 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA to Auburn station, Auburn, CA:
A bus is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA to Auburn station, Auburn, CA costing on average $40 (€32).
Other travel options to Auburn station, Auburn, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 10m.
Tickets start at around $40 (€32) compared to roughly $31 (€25) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-8.20 (€-6.55). The journey takes 2h 48m versus 1h 47m 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
Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA to Auburn station, Auburn, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA to Auburn station, Auburn, CA trains for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
538 Capitol Corridor | 4:13 PM Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 2h57 | 7:10 PM Auburn station, Auburn, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
542 Capitol Corridor · 3642 AMTRAK | 5:33 PM Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 3h02 | 8:35 PM Auburn station, Auburn, CA | 1 transfer | |
544 Capitol Corridor · 3646 AMTRAK | 6:48 PM Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 3h02 | 9:50 PM Auburn station, Auburn, CA | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, May 7 | |||||
524 Capitol Corridor · 3524 AMTRAK | 7:45 AM Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 4h10 | 11:55 AM Auburn station, Auburn, CA | 1 transfer | |
532 Capitol Corridor · 3532 AMTRAK | 1:08 PM Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 3h17 | 4:25 PM Auburn station, Auburn, CA | 1 transfer | |
536 Capitol Corridor · 3536 AMTRAK | 3:08 PM Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 3h22 | 6:30 PM Auburn station, Auburn, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA to Auburn station, Auburn, CA
Trains from Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA to Auburn station, Auburn, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $39 (€31) but you can travel from only $18 (€14) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 02:08. The fastest train covers the 98 miles (158 km) distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 98 miles (158 km) |
Average train duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€31) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 55m |
First train 12:13 AM |
Last train 2:08 AM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA to Auburn station, Auburn, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA and Auburn station, Auburn, CA from $18 (€14). 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 Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA to Auburn station, Auburn, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA to Auburn station, Auburn, 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 Auburn station, Auburn, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA to Auburn station, Auburn, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Townhouse Bar & Grill
- Honor Kitchen & Cocktails
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
- Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge
- Four Points by Sheraton San Francisco Bay Bridge
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has an enclosed waiting area and ticketing services.
- Bus: AC Transit lines available
- Shuttle: Emery Go-Round
