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The cheapest and fastest trains from San Diego, CA to Oakland, CA

Showing times and prices for Jul 14

Cheapest price

$89

Average price

$90

Fastest journey

14 h 29 m

Average duration

14 h 37 m

Trains per day

Distance

732 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Diego, 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 San Diego, CA to Oakland, CA will cost around $90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $89.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave San Diego, CA for Oakland, CA on Mon, Jul 14, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jul 14 the direct trains cover the 732 km distance in an average of 14 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 h 29 m .

On Mon, Jul 14 the slowest trains will take 14 h 45 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.

12:01PM14h29

San Diego, CA

02:30AMOakland, CA

$891One-way

0 transfers

11:50AM14h45

San Diego, CA

02:35AMOakland, CA

$911One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for San Diego, CA to Oakland, CA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Diego, CA to Oakland, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €54. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €54, and a flight costs an average of €21.

Distance: 454 miles (731 km)

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Most popular Train	Flight	Bus
€78 Average price	€123 Average price	€64 Average price Cheapest
14h 4m Average total duration 13h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*	12h 51m Average total duration 12h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest	2.2 - 4.4kg CO2 emissions	0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular airline	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

San Diego, CA to Oakland, CA train times

Showing trains for today, Sunday, July 13

Last updated at 2:29 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
761 Pacific Surfliner · 5815 AMTRAK · 715 San Joaquins	11:01 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA	14h27	1:28 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA	2 transfers
761 Pacific Surfliner · 4761 AMTRAK	11:01 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA	14h34	1:35 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA	1 transfer
761 Pacific Surfliner · 5715 AMTRAK · 715 San Joaquins	11:01 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA	14h27	1:28 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA	2 transfers
761 Pacific Surfliner · 5715 AMTRAK · 715 San Joaquins	11:10 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA	14h18	1:28 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA	2 transfers
761 Pacific Surfliner · 5815 AMTRAK · 715 San Joaquins	11:10 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA	14h18	1:28 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA	2 transfers
761 Pacific Surfliner · 4761 AMTRAK	11:10 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA	14h25	1:35 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA	1 transfer
765 Pacific Surfliner · 4765 AMTRAK · 748 Capitol Corridor	1:01 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA	15h10	4:11 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA	2 transfers
765 Pacific Surfliner · 5717 AMTRAK · 717 San Joaquins	1:01 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA	14h30	3:31 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA	2 transfers
765 Pacific Surfliner · 14 Coast Starlight	1:01 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA	15h05	4:06 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA	1 transfer
765 Pacific Surfliner · 14 Coast Starlight	1:01 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA	15h05	4:06 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA	1 transfer
765 Pacific Surfliner · 5817 AMTRAK · 717 San Joaquins	1:01 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA	14h30	3:31 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA	2 transfers
765 Pacific Surfliner · 14 Coast Starlight	1:10 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA	14h56	4:06 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA	1 transfer
765 Pacific Surfliner · 14 Coast Starlight	1:10 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA	14h56	4:06 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA	1 transfer
765 Pacific Surfliner · 5717 AMTRAK · 717 San Joaquins	1:10 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA	14h21	3:31 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA	2 transfers
765 Pacific Surfliner · 4765 AMTRAK · 748 Capitol Corridor	1:10 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA	15h01	4:11 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA	2 transfers
765 Pacific Surfliner · 5817 AMTRAK · 717 San Joaquins	1:10 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA	14h21	3:31 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA	2 transfers
769 Pacific Surfliner · 5719 AMTRAK · 719 San Joaquins	3:01 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA	14h29	5:30 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA	2 transfers
769 Pacific Surfliner · 5719 AMTRAK · 719 San Joaquins	3:10 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA	14h20	5:30 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA	2 transfers
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Journey information

Overview: Train from San Diego, CA to Oakland, CA

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Trains from San Diego, CA to Oakland, CA run on average 20 times per day, taking around 13h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $81 (€65) but you can travel from only $27 (€21) by flight.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from $27 (€21)

Distance

454 miles (731 km)

Average train duration

13h 34m

Cheapest ticket price

$81 (€65)

Trains per day

Fastest train

14h 25m

First train

03:50

Last train

22:15

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from $27 (€21)

Train companies: Amtrak from San Diego, CA to Oakland, CA trains

Buy your official Amtrak train tickets from San Diego, CA to Oakland, CA from $83 (€67) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most popular route.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more.

Train information from San Diego, CA to Oakland, CA with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 13 h 3 min
Cheapest Price: $83

FAQs: Trains from San Diego, CA to Oakland, CA

FAQs: Travel by train from San Diego, CA to Oakland, CA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from San Diego, CA to Oakland, CA.

Cheap train tickets from San Diego, CA to Oakland, CA can start from as little as $85 (€69) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for San Diego, CA to Oakland, CA is $89 (€71); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the San Diego, CA to Oakland, CA train time is 14 h 20 min covering the 453 mile (731 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from San Diego, CA to Oakland, CA leaves at 3: 50 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from San Diego, CA to Oakland, CA leaves at 10: 15 PM.

There are 21 trains a day from San Diego, CA to Oakland, CA which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from San Diego, CA to Oakland, CA, you can count on Amtrak for the best way to get you to Oakland, CA. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service from San Diego, CA to Oakland, CA and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 15 PM.

The cheapest month for a train from San Diego, CA to Oakland, CA is March.

You have options as you can travel between San Diego, CA and Oakland, CA 3 different ways: bus, train or flight.