The cheapest and fastest trains from Oakland, CA to Las Vegas, NV
Cheapest price
$158
Average price
$160
Fastest journey
12 h 9 m
Average duration
12 h 11 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
659 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oakland, CA to Las Vegas, NV 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 Las Vegas, NV will cost around $160 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $158.
Of the 2 trains that leave Oakland, CA for Las Vegas, NV on Fri, Mar 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Mar 20 the direct trains cover the 659 km distance in an average of 12 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 9 m .
On Fri, Mar 20 the slowest trains will take 12 h 12 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 Las Vegas, NV
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oakland, CA to Las Vegas, NV among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $154. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $154, and a flight costs an average of $162.
Distance: 409 miles (659 km)
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$160 Average price Cheapest | $470 Average price | $186 Average price |
12h 29m Average total duration 11h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 38m Average total duration 15h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Oakland, CA to Las Vegas, NV train times
The table below shows live departures for Oakland, CA to Las Vegas, NV trains for today, Thursday, March 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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712 Gold Runner · 5619 AMTRAK | 5:18 PM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 12h12 | 5:30 AM Las Vegas, NV | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oakland, CA to Las Vegas, NV
Trains from Oakland, CA to Las Vegas, NV run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $154 (€126) but you can travel from only $95 (€78) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:15, the last at 10:28. The fastest train covers the 409 miles (659 km) distance in 12h 2m.
Distance 409 miles (659 km) |
Average train duration 11h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $154 (€126) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 12h 2m |
First train 08:15 |
Last train 10:28 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Oakland, CA to Las Vegas, NV trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Oakland, CA and Las Vegas, NV from $95 (€78). 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 Las Vegas, NV
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oakland, CA to Las Vegas, NV 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 Las Vegas, NV, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Oakland, CA to Las Vegas, NV
- 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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