Oakland, CA to Los Angeles train

Cheap train tickets from Oakland, CA to Los Angeles

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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oakland, CA to Los Angeles is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

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11:36AMOakland – Jack London Square station8h59 08:35PMUnion Station
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07:36AMOakland – Jack London Square station8h59 04:35PMUnion Station
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Train schedule from Oakland, CA to Los Angeles

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07:36AMOakland – Jack London Square station8h59 04:35PMUnion Station
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07:36AMOakland – Jack London Square station8h59 04:35PMUnion Station
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09:09AMOakland – Jack London Square station12h02 09:11PMUnion Station
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09:09AMOakland – Jack London Square station15h11 12:20AMUnion Station
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09:09AMOakland – Jack London Square station15h11 12:20AMUnion Station
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09:36AMOakland – Jack London Square station8h59 06:35PMUnion Station
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09:36AMOakland – Jack London Square station8h59 06:35PMUnion Station
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11:36AMOakland – Jack London Square station8h59 08:35PMUnion Station
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11:36AMOakland – Jack London Square station8h59 08:35PMUnion Station
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01:36PMOakland – Jack London Square station8h59 10:35PMUnion Station
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01:36PMOakland – Jack London Square station8h59 10:35PMUnion Station
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05:36PMOakland – Jack London Square station8h39 02:15AMUnion Station
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Fastest train times from Oakland, CA to Los Angeles

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Fastest Journey

8 h 39 m

Average

8 h 55 m

Trains per day

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Distance

553 km

It's difficult to get from Oakland, CA to Los Angeles without transferring at least once.

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05:36PMOakland – Jack London Square station8h39 02:15AMUnion Station
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11:36AMOakland – Jack London Square station8h59 08:35PMUnion Station
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01:36PMOakland – Jack London Square station8h59 10:35PMUnion Station
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611One-way
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07:36AMOakland – Jack London Square station8h59 04:35PMUnion Station
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611One-way
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01:36PMOakland – Jack London Square station8h59 10:35PMUnion Station
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611One-way

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Overview: Train from Oakland, CA to Los Angeles

distanceDistance342 miles (552 km)
durationAverage train duration8 h 39 min
priceAverage train ticket price$62 (€54)
changesDirect trainYes
carriersTrain providersAmtrak

Trains from Oakland, CA to Los Angeles cover the 342 miles (552 km) long trip taking on average 8 h 39 min with our travel partners like Amtrak. There are direct train services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as $59 (€52), but the average price of train tickets is $62 (€54).

Train providers: Amtrak from Oakland, CA to Los Angeles trains

Amtrak trains will get you to Los Angeles from Oakland, CA from $59 (€52). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Amtrak

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States and operates medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 American states and 3 Canadian provinces. With over 300 Amtrak trains running daily, you can travel by train across America and explore destinations near and far. Take the Acela train for high-speed services connecting popular cities in the Northeast, the Coast Starlight to travel up and down the stunning West Coast or the Empire Builder to travel from Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest among others. Amtrak offers different class options to suit any traveler’s budget with classes like Coach, Business, First and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. When you book your train journey from Oakland, CA to Los Angeles, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

Amtrak from Oakland, CA to Los Angeles train information:

  • Average Duration: 12 h 2 min
  • Amtrak frequency: 1 a day

Trains from Oakland to Los Angeles

There are multiple journeys a day from Oakland to Los Angeles. Some of the trips are direct yet the option with mixed transit is more frequent throughout the day. The trip can take from approximately 8h 40min to about 12h 10min. There are currently six routes a day running on every day of the week and the departures are around every 1h to 2h.

Oakland to Los Angeles train time: Daily Departures

The trains and mixed routes from Oakland to Los Angeles run various times a day on every day of the week. The schedules are constant throughout the week. There are a total of 42 trains per week, with six trains a day. However, not all of the trains make the same route. There is one direct train per day, the Coast Starlight, departing at around 8.50 a.m. out of Oakland. As for the rest of the journeys, there are five routes a day with mixed transit. The San Joaquin train departs from Oakland and arrives in Bakersfield. From there, there is a connecting bus to Los Angeles. The first train for this route leaves Oakland at approximately 7.36 a.m.

How long is the journey by train from Oakland to Los Angeles?

There are two different types of train routes from Oakland to Los Angeles. The direct train on the Coast Starlight avoids making any changes, however this ride to Los Angeles takes about 12h 10min. As for the mixed train-bus route from Oakland to Los Angeles, even though it includes a stopover, the journey is faster. It takes around 8h 40min to get to Los Angeles including the stop in Bakersfield.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Oakland to Los Angeles?

Departure train station: the trains for both routes depart from Jack London Square Station in Oakland. This station is just under a mile distance from the center of Oakland. The best way to get to and from the station is probably walking since there isn’t any public transportation between them. The walk to Jack London Square Station is about 20min. The station has restrooms as well as vending machines and waiting rooms.

Arrival train station: the train routes from Oakland arrive in Los Angeles at Union Station. The station is located near the Chinatown district of Los Angeles. Downtown Los Angeles is quite a large area. However, to get to the center of Los Angeles from Union Station there are buses out front that can take you to your final destination. The City Hall Park Center in Los Angeles, for instance, is about 10min away depending on the infamous Los Angeles traffic. Union Station has a wide selection of dining options as well as other useful amenities such as gift shops.

Oakland Downtown. Source: Shutterstock

Which train companies travel from Oakland to Los Angeles?

There is only one company operating the train route from Oakland to Los Angeles. However, this company, Amtrak, has two routes running the trip between the two cities. The Coast Starlight is the train going from Seattle, WA to Los Angeles, CA making a stop in Jack London Square Station in Oakland. The other Amtrak route is with the San Joaquin train. This train travels from Sacramento, CA to Bakersfield, CA. Nonetheless, Amtrak provides a connecting bus service from Bakersfield to Los Angeles. Even though this route has a stopover, it happens to be a faster option than the direct train on the Coast Starlight. The San Joaquin route takes just about 8h 40min to complete the journey as opposed to the 12h 10min on the Coast Starlight.

Amtrak trains from Oakland to Los Angeles

Amtrak offers two options to get from Oakland to Los Angeles. One of the options is the Coast Starlight. This train runs once a day every day of the week, departing from Oakland at around 8.50 a.m. It’s a long-distance train coming from Seattle that arrives in Los Angeles at approximately 9.00 p.m., taking 12h 50min. As for the other option, Amtrak has the San Joaquin line. This train starts in Sacramento and passes through Oakland various times a day. This route runs more or less every two hours until the last one leaving Oakland at about 5.36 p.m. It makes a stop in Bakersfield, CA where you have to switch to an Amtrak Connecting Bus that completes the journey to Los Angeles. This entire route takes about 8h 40min.

Train Oakland to Los Angeles: Services on Board

Taking the train between Oakland and Los Angeles you’ll have the option of traveling in either Coach or Business Class on the Coast Starlight train. As for the San Joaquin mixed service, the only option is coach class. Whether you travel on the Coast Starlight or the San Joaquin with its connecting bus, you’ll have the same luggage allowance. Each passenger is allowed two carry-on items with two personal items onboard as well as two checked bags under 50 pounds each. Traveling with pets is not allowed on the San Joaquin line or its connecting buses. However, the Coast Starlight does allow one small pet weighing up to 25 pounds in a carrier. This pet carrier counts as one of your carry-on items. The San Joaquin routes allow bicycles as a carry-on on their trains, whereas for the Coast Starlight the bicycles must be checked trainside. As for their accessibility, both Amtrak options, including the connecting bus, have wheelchair ramps available for passengers with reduced mobility.

How to find cheap train tickets from Oakland to Los Angeles?

There are a couple techniques to make sure to always find affordable train deals. The main way to find cheaper tickets from Oakland to Los Angeles is by booking in advance. You’ll find that last minute tickets tend to always be a little bit more expensive. In addition, if you are flexible with your dates you are most like to find an offer that suits your needs, especially avoiding traveling on holidays. If you can, choose the routes with a layover. In this case you can book one of the San Joaquin trains with the connecting bus in Bakersfield to get to Los Angeles. The direct trains are normally more expensive.

La City Lights. Source: Shutterstock

To Los Angeles by train—travel tips

Los Angeles in sunny California is a city known for its Hollywood film industry and giant sign on the hills as well as the hip Venice and Santa Monica beaches. During your visit to Los Angeles, there are many things you have to see. Take in the great views of the city from the Griffith Observatory. While you’re in the area you may be able to catch a glimpse of the iconic Hollywood sign against the hills.

If you’re in town with children, both Disneyland Park and Universal Studios Hollywood are nearby. Take a walk along the Santa Monica Pier to people watch and enjoy a bite to eat. If you’re looking to enjoy the day and relax a little bit, The Huntington Library, Art Museum and Botanical Gardens are a great place to go.

As for a good place to enjoy some food and maybe some nightlife, make your way to Culver City where you’ll find a wide variety of eateries, gastropubs and cocktail bars.

Travel Tips: Trains from Oakland, CA to Los Angeles

Travel Tips: Travel by train to Los Angeles 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 Oakland, CA to Los Angeles.
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Looking to save money on your route? Omio customers have found the cheapest train to Los Angeles from Oakland, CA for the next 7 days starting from $59 (€52)  one way.
The Oakland, CA to Los Angeles train ticket price is on average $62 (€54)  if you are looking to book your tickets for this journey in the next week.
The train distance from Oakland, CA to Los Angeles is around 342 miles (552 km).
On average the Oakland, CA to Los Angeles train travel time is 8 h 39 min  for the 342 mile (552 km) long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
For the best Oakland, CA to Los Angeles train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services from Oakland, CA to Los Angeles to compare what amenities they may offer.
If you’re looking for a direct train, consider traveling with Amtrak. Nonstop train services tend to offer more convenience and save you time getting you to your destination, so it's worth paying attention to this when booking your train tickets.
In general, we recommend booking tickets for trains in advance to score the best deals from all possible train providers offering this route and save money. If you buy train tickets from Oakland, CA to Los Angeles within the next 7 days, you can find tickets to cost on average $62 (€54) one way. To find the best prices for this trip, consider booking your train ticket from Oakland, CA to Los Angeles a few months in advance.
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