The cheapest and fastest trains from Paso Robles, CA to Oakland, CA
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$65
Fastest journey
4 h 51 m
Average duration
6 h 42 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
280 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paso Robles, 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 Paso Robles, CA to Oakland, CA will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 2 trains that leave Paso Robles, CA for Oakland, 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 280 km distance in an average of 6 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 51 m .
On Tue, Mar 24 the slowest trains will take 8 h 33 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 train and bus for Paso Robles, CA to Oakland, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Paso Robles, CA to Oakland, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $35, and a bus costs an average of $77.
Distance: 173 miles (280 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
$60 Average price Cheapest | $78 Average price |
6h 13m Average total duration 5h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 4m Average total duration Fastest 4h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Paso Robles, CA to Oakland, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Paso Robles, CA to Oakland, CA trains for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:15 PM Paso Robles, CA | 4h51 | 9:06 PM Oakland, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, March 23 | |||||
![]() | 12:15 AM Paso Robles, CA | 4h51 | 5:06 AM Oakland, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paso Robles, CA to Oakland, CA
Trains from Paso Robles, CA to Oakland, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€29) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:36, the last at 16:15. The fastest train covers the 173 miles (280 km) distance in 4h 51m.
Distance 173 miles (280 km) |
Average train duration 5h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€29) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 51m |
First train 06:36 |
Last train 16:15 |
Cheapest month Dec |
Cheapest day Tue |
High season Jan - Mar |
Low season Jul - Sep |
Busiest day Fri |
Least busy day Fri |
Best day to book ahead 5 days |
FAQs: Trains from Paso Robles, CA to Oakland, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paso Robles, 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 Paso Robles, CA to Oakland, 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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