The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxnard, CA to Oakland, CA
Cheapest price
$106
Average price
$135
Fastest journey
9 h 24 m
Average duration
9 h 34 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
488 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxnard, CA to Oakland, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxnard, CA to Oakland, CA will cost around $135 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $106.
Of the 2 trains that leave Oxnard, CA for Oakland, CA on Tue, May 26, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 26 the direct trains cover the 488 km distance in an average of 9 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 24 m .
On Tue, May 26 the slowest trains will take 9 h 44 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.
5619 AMTRAK · 719 Gold Runner1:00 PM9h24Oxnard Transportation Center, Oxnard, CA10:24 PMOakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA$1061One-way1 transfer
14 Coast Starlight11:22 AM9h44Oxnard Transportation Center, Oxnard, CA9:06 PMOakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA$1641One-way0 transfers
5619 AMTRAK · 719 Gold Runner1:00 PM9h24Oxnard Transportation Center, Oxnard, CA10:24 PMOakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA$1061One-way1 transfer
14 Coast Starlight11:22 AM9h44Oxnard Transportation Center, Oxnard, CA9:06 PMOakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA$1641One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Oxnard, CA to Oakland, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxnard, CA to Oakland, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $45. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 9h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, and a flight costs an average of $428.
Distance: 303 miles (488 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$96 Average price | $576 Average price | $46 Average price Cheapest | $73 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 18m Average total duration 9h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 45m Average total duration 14h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 40m Average total duration Fastest 9h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Oxnard, CA to Oakland, CA:
A bus is $50 (€41) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oxnard, CA to Oakland, CA costing on average $96 (€78).
A bus is $531 (€429) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Oxnard, CA to Oakland, CA costing on average $576 (€466).
Other travel options to Oakland, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 48m.
Flight takes on average 14h 45m.
Tickets start at around $96 (€78) compared to roughly $73 (€59) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-23.07 (€-18.67). The journey takes 9h 48m versus 5h 34m 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
Oxnard, CA to Oakland, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Oxnard, CA to Oakland, CA trains for today, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:00 PM Oxnard, CA | 9h24 | 6:24 AM Oakland, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxnard, CA to Oakland, CA
Trains from Oxnard, CA to Oakland, CA run on average 8 times per day, taking around 9h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $90 (€73) but you can travel from only $45 (€36) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 303 miles (488 km) distance in 9h 24m.
Distance 303 miles (488 km) |
Average train duration 9h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $90 (€73) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 9h 24m |
First train 4:25 AM |
Last train 10:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Oxnard, CA to Oakland, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Oxnard, CA and Oakland, CA from $45 (€36). 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 Oxnard, CA to Oakland, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxnard, CA to Oakland, 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 Oakland, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Oxnard, CA to Oakland, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station with several spaces for cars.
- La Dolce Vita
- Tierra Sur at Herzog Wine Cellars
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Courtyard Oxnard Ventura
- Hilton Garden Inn Oxnard/Camarillo
- Homewood Suites by Hilton Oxnard/Camarillo
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for Amtrak and Metrolink services
- Bus: Gold Coast Transit District
- Amtrak Thruway Bus Service
- 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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