Cheapest price
$79
Average price
$98
Fastest journey
8 h 39 m
Average duration
8 h 55 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
553 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oakland, CA to 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 Los Angeles, CA will cost around $98 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $79.
Of the 9 trains that leave Oakland, CA for Los Angeles, CA on Sun, Jun 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 15 the direct trains cover the 553 km distance in an average of 8 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 39 m .
On Sun, Jun 15 the slowest trains will take 8 h 59 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.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oakland, CA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg.
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€84 Average price | €113 Average price | €54 Average price Cheapest |
9h 59m Average duration 9h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 54m Average duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 38m Average duration 11h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:36 PM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 8h59 | 10:35 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:36 PM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 8h59 | 10:35 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:45 PM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 13h01 | 4:46 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 4:09 PM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 12h02 | 4:11 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:36 PM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 8h59 | 1:35 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:36 PM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 8h59 | 1:35 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:36 PM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 8h59 | 3:35 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:36 PM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 8h59 | 5:35 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 transfer | |
Sunday, June 15 | |||||
![]() | 12:36 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 8h39 | 9:15 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Distance 342 miles (552 km) |
Average train duration 9h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $59 (€48) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 8h 59m |
First train 15:36 |
Last train 21:36 |
Travel to Los Angeles, CA from Oakland, CA from $63 (€51) with Omio’s train partners Amtrak! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient route for you.
Amtrak is a passenger train service based in the United States. It operates more than 300 trains daily including trains between Oakland, CA and Los Angeles, CA, connecting more than 500 destinations in 46 states and three Canadian provinces. Amtrak offers a variety of train types, including the Acela Express, Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and the Auto Train. The Acela Express is the fastest train, reaching speeds of up to 150 mph. The Northeast Regional is the most popular, offering frequent service between major cities in the Northeast. The Keystone Service is a regional service connecting Philadelphia and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The Auto Train is a unique service that allows passengers to transport their cars along with them. Amtrak offers a variety of ticket types, including Saver, Value, Flexible, and Business Class. Saver tickets are the most affordable, while Business Class tickets offer the most amenities, such as complimentary meals and access to the Amtrak Metropolitan Lounge. Onboard facilities vary by train type, but all Amtrak trains offer comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Amtrak include the Northeast Corridor, which runs between Washington, D. C. And Boston, and the Pacific Surfliner, which runs between San Diego and San Luis Obispo, California. Other popular routes include the Capitol Corridor, which runs between San Jose and Sacramento, California, and the Empire Builder, which runs between Chicago and Seattle.
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