The cheapest and fastest trains from Oakland, CA to East Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
$81
Average price
$81
Fastest journey
12 h 2 m
Average duration
12 h 2 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
559 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oakland, CA to East Los Angeles, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oakland, CA to East Los Angeles, CA will cost around $81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $81.
Of the 1 trains that leave Oakland, CA for East Los Angeles, CA on Mon, Mar 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 559 km distance in an average of 12 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 2 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 12 h 2 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Oakland, CA to East Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oakland, CA to East Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, and a flight costs an average of $350.
Distance: 347 miles (559 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$81 Average price | $41 Average price Cheapest | $350 Average price |
9h 7m Average total duration Fastest 8h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 25m Average total duration 14h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 48m Average total duration 13h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Oakland, CA to East Los Angeles, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Oakland, CA to East Los Angeles, CA trains for tomorrow, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:09 PM Oakland, CA | 12h02 | 5:11 AM East Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oakland, CA to East Los Angeles, CA
Trains from Oakland, CA to East Los Angeles, CA run on average 33 times per day, taking around 8h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $81 (€66) but you can travel from only $41 (€33) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 17:09, the last at 17:09. The fastest train covers the 347 miles (559 km) distance in 12h 2m.
Distance 347 miles (559 km) |
Average train duration 8h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $81 (€66) |
Trains per day 33 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 12h 2m |
First train 17:09 |
Last train 17:09 |
Cheapest month Jan |
Cheapest day Mon |
High season Jan - Mar |
Low season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Amtrak from Oakland, CA to East Los Angeles, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Oakland, CA and East Los Angeles, CA from $41 (€33). 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 Oakland, CA to East Los Angeles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oakland, CA to East Los Angeles, 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 East Los Angeles, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Oakland, CA to East Los Angeles, 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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