The cheapest and fastest trains from Mojave, CA to Oakland, CA
Cheapest price
$84
Average price
$84
Fastest journey
8 h 9 m
Average duration
8 h 9 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
477 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mojave, 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 Mojave, CA to Oakland, CA will cost around $84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $84.
Of the 1 trains that leave Mojave, CA for Oakland, CA on Thu, May 28, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct trains cover the 477 km distance in an average of 8 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 9 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest trains will take 8 h 9 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.
10:15 PM8h09Mojave, CA6:24 AMOakland, CA$841One-way0 transfers
10:15 PM8h09Mojave, CA6:24 AMOakland, CA$841One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Mojave, CA to Oakland, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mojave, CA to Oakland, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $84. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $84, and a flight costs an average of $659.
Distance: 296 miles (477 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$84 Average price Cheapest | $659 Average price | $68 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 39m Average total duration Fastest 8h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 47m Average total duration 13h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Mojave, CA to Oakland, CA:
A train is $575 (€464) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mojave, CA to Oakland, CA costing on average $659 (€531).
Other travel options to Oakland, CA take longer:
Flight takes on average 13h 47m.
Tickets start at around $84 (€67) compared to roughly $68 (€55) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-15.22 (€-12.27). The journey takes 8h 9m versus 5h 1m 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.
Compare prices and tickets Mojave, CA to Oakland, CA by train or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Mojave, CA to Oakland, CA
Trains from Mojave, CA to Oakland, CA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $84 (€67) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 22:15, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 296 miles (477 km) distance in 8h 9m.
Distance 296 miles (477 km) |
Average train duration 8h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $84 (€67) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 8h 9m |
First train 10:15 PM |
Last train 10:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
FAQs: Trains from Mojave, CA to Oakland, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mojave, 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 Mojave, 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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