The cheapest and fastest trains from Oakland, CA to Rochester, NY
Cheapest price
$1288
Average price
$1288
Fastest journey
3 d 1 h 35 m
Average duration
3 d 1 h 35 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
3778 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oakland, CA to Rochester, NY 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 Rochester, NY will cost around $1288 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $1288.
It's difficult to get from Oakland, CA to Rochester, NY without transferring at least once.
8:25 AM73h35Oakland, CA10:00 AMRochester, NY$12881One-way1 transfer
8:25 AM73h35Oakland, CA10:00 AMRochester, NY$12881One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Oakland, CA to Rochester, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oakland, CA to Rochester, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $354. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 70h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $354, and a train costs an average of $1855.
Distance: 2347 miles (3778 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$1855 Average price | $354 Average price Cheapest | $556 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
71h 22m Average total duration Fastest 70h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 94h 10m Average total duration 93h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 39h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Oakland, CA to Rochester, NY:
A bus is $1501 (€1210) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oakland, CA to Rochester, NY costing on average $1855 (€1496).
Other travel options to Rochester, NY take longer:
Bus takes on average 93h 40m.
Tickets start at around $1855 (€1496) compared to roughly $556 (€448) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-1299.13 (€-1047.27). The journey takes 70h 52m versus 39h 31m 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.
Live departures
Oakland, CA to Rochester, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Oakland, CA to Rochester, NY trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:25 AM Oakland, CA | 73h35 | 10:00 AM Rochester, NY | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oakland, CA to Rochester, NY
Trains from Oakland, CA to Rochester, NY run on average 3 times per day, taking around 70h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $1855 (€1496) but you can travel from only $354 (€285) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:36, the last at 23:29. The fastest train covers the 2347 miles (3778 km) distance in 70h 52m.
Distance 2347 miles (3778 km) |
Average train duration 70h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $1855 (€1496) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 70h 52m |
First train 7:36 AM |
Last train 11:29 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Amtrak from Oakland, CA to Rochester, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Oakland, CA and Rochester, NY from $354 (€285). 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 Rochester, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oakland, CA to Rochester, NY 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 Rochester, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Oakland, CA to Rochester, NY
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station is an intermodal transit station with facilities for Amtrak and bus services.
- Bus: Local and regional bus transportation is provided
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