The cheapest and fastest trains from Oakland, CA to Yosemite Valley, CA
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
7 h 5 m
Average duration
7 h 12 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
235 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oakland, CA to Yosemite Valley, 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 Yosemite Valley, CA will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 2 trains that leave Oakland, CA for Yosemite Valley, CA on Tue, Mar 24, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 24 the direct trains cover the 235 km distance in an average of 7 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 5 m .
On Tue, Mar 24 the slowest trains will take 7 h 18 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 and train for Oakland, CA to Yosemite Valley, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oakland, CA to Yosemite Valley, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $48, and a bus costs an average of $48.
Distance: 146 miles (235 km)
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$50 Average price Cheapest | $50 Average price |
6h 20m Average total duration Fastest 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 27m Average total duration 11h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Oakland, CA to Yosemite Valley, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Oakland, CA to Yosemite Valley, CA trains for today, Monday, March 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:55 PM Oakland, CA | 7h18 | 11:13 PM Yosemite Valley, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:08 PM Oakland, CA | 7h05 | 11:13 PM Yosemite Valley, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:36 PM Oakland, CA | 27h37 | 11:13 PM Yosemite Valley, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oakland, CA to Yosemite Valley, CA
Trains from Oakland, CA to Yosemite Valley, CA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€39) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 15:08, the last at 19:36. The fastest train covers the 146 miles (235 km) distance in 7h 5m.
Distance 146 miles (235 km) |
Average train duration 5h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€39) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 7h 5m |
First train 15:08 |
Last train 19:36 |
Cheapest month Jan |
Cheapest day Mon |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Amtrak from Oakland, CA to Yosemite Valley, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Oakland, CA and Yosemite Valley, CA from $48 (€39). 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 Yosemite Valley, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oakland, CA to Yosemite Valley, 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 Yosemite Valley, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Oakland, CA to Yosemite Valley, 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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