The cheapest and fastest trains from Goleta, CA to Oakland, CA
Cheapest price
$220
Average price
$220
Fastest journey
12 h 35 m
Average duration
12 h 35 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
434 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Goleta, 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 Goleta, CA to Oakland, CA will cost around $220 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $220.
It's difficult to get from Goleta, CA to Oakland, CA without transferring at least once.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Goleta, CA to Oakland, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Goleta, CA to Oakland, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €46. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 8h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €46, and a train costs an average of €84.
Distance: 269 miles (434 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€84 Average price | €46 Average price Cheapest |
14h 29m Average total duration 13h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 48m Average total duration Fastest 8h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Goleta, CA to Oakland, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Goleta, CA to Oakland, CA trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:31 AM Goleta, CA | 12h35 | 9:06 PM Oakland, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Goleta, CA to Oakland, CA
Trains from Goleta, CA to Oakland, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 13h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $105 (€84) but you can travel from only $58 (€46) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 13:45. The fastest train covers the 269 miles (434 km) distance in 13h 59m.
Distance 269 miles (434 km) |
Average train duration 13h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $105 (€84) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 13h 59m |
First train 07:00 |
Last train 13:45 |
FAQs: Trains from Goleta, CA to Oakland, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Goleta, 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 Goleta, 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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