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The cheapest and fastest trains from Fresno, CA to Oakland, CA

Showing times and prices for Jun 22

Cheapest price

$40

Average price

$40

Fastest journey

4 h 16 m

Average duration

4 h 16 m

Trains per day

Distance

250 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fresno, 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 Fresno, CA to Oakland, CA will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Fresno, CA for Oakland, CA on Sun, Jun 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 250 km distance in an average of 4 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 16 m .

On Sun, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 4 h 16 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.

02:12PM4h16

Fresno, CA

06:28PMOakland, CA

$401One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Fresno, CA to Oakland, CA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fresno, CA to Oakland, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.

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Most popular Train	Bus
€37 Average price Cheapest	€41 Average price
4h 45m Average duration Fastest 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 45m Average duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Fresno, CA to Oakland, CA

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Trains from Fresno, CA to Oakland, CA run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€32) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

155 miles (250 km)

Average train duration

4h 15m

Cheapest ticket price

$40 (€32)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

4h 12m

First train

14:12

Last train

22:16

Price information

Train companies: Amtrak from Fresno, CA to Oakland, CA trains

Travel from Fresno, CA to Oakland, CA from $25 (€21) with Omio’s train partners Amtrak! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable route for you.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more.

Train information from Fresno, CA to Oakland, CA with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 4 h 12 min
Cheapest Price: $25
Amtrak frequency: 4 a day

FAQs: Trains from Fresno, CA to Oakland, CA

FAQs: Travel by train from Fresno, CA to Oakland, CA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Fresno, CA to Oakland, CA.

Cheap train tickets from Fresno, CA to Oakland, CA can start from as little as $27 (€22) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Fresno, CA to Oakland, CA is $35 (€29); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Fresno, CA to Oakland, CA is 4 h 12 min to travel the 155 mile (250 km) long route, with around there are 7 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Fresno, CA to Oakland, CA leaves at 5: 00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Fresno, CA to Oakland, CA leaves at 8: 16 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Fresno, CA to Oakland, CA without having to change trains with Amtrak. There are 5 direct trains from Fresno, CA to Oakland, CA each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

Take the Fresno, CA to Oakland, CA train with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the trip from Fresno, CA to Oakland, CA as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 8: 16 PM.

A trip to Oakland, CA from Fresno, CA is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 12 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Fresno, CA to Oakland, CA by train is July.

You have options as you can travel between Fresno, CA and Oakland, CA 2 different ways: train or bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Fresno, CA to Oakland, CA

Fresno

Oakland

The major train station for departures in Fresno is Fresno Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Fresno Station for your trip from Fresno to Oakland.

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