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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

2

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.

Amtrak
12:01PM14h29
San Diego, CA
02:30AMOakland, CA
$891One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
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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€78

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€123

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€64

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14h 4m

Average total duration

13h 34m

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30m

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4h 40m

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1h 40m

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3h 0m

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12h 51m

Average total duration

12h 21m

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30m

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0.2 - 0.7kg

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2.2 - 4.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.7 - 1.8kg

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San Diego, CA to Oakland, CA train times

Showing trains for today, Sunday, July 13
Last updated at 2:29 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
amtrak761 Pacific Surfliner · 5815 AMTRAK · 715 San Joaquins11:01 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
14h27
1:28 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA2 transfers
amtrak761 Pacific Surfliner · 4761 AMTRAK11:01 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
14h34
1:35 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA1 transfer
amtrak761 Pacific Surfliner · 5715 AMTRAK · 715 San Joaquins11:01 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
14h27
1:28 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA2 transfers
amtrak761 Pacific Surfliner · 5715 AMTRAK · 715 San Joaquins11:10 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA
14h18
1:28 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA2 transfers
amtrak761 Pacific Surfliner · 5815 AMTRAK · 715 San Joaquins11:10 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA
14h18
1:28 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA2 transfers
amtrak761 Pacific Surfliner · 4761 AMTRAK11:10 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA
14h25
1:35 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA1 transfer
amtrak765 Pacific Surfliner · 4765 AMTRAK · 748 Capitol Corridor1:01 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
15h10
4:11 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA2 transfers
amtrak765 Pacific Surfliner · 5717 AMTRAK · 717 San Joaquins1:01 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
14h30
3:31 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA2 transfers
amtrak765 Pacific Surfliner · 14 Coast Starlight1:01 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
15h05
4:06 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA1 transfer
amtrak765 Pacific Surfliner · 14 Coast Starlight1:01 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
15h05
4:06 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA1 transfer
amtrak765 Pacific Surfliner · 5817 AMTRAK · 717 San Joaquins1:01 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
14h30
3:31 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA2 transfers
amtrak765 Pacific Surfliner · 14 Coast Starlight1:10 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA
14h56
4:06 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA1 transfer
amtrak765 Pacific Surfliner · 14 Coast Starlight1:10 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA
14h56
4:06 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA1 transfer
amtrak765 Pacific Surfliner · 5717 AMTRAK · 717 San Joaquins1:10 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA
14h21
3:31 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA2 transfers
amtrak765 Pacific Surfliner · 4765 AMTRAK · 748 Capitol Corridor1:10 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA
15h01
4:11 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA2 transfers
amtrak765 Pacific Surfliner · 5817 AMTRAK · 717 San Joaquins1:10 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA
14h21
3:31 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA2 transfers
amtrak769 Pacific Surfliner · 5719 AMTRAK · 719 San Joaquins3:01 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
14h29
5:30 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA2 transfers
amtrak769 Pacific Surfliner · 5719 AMTRAK · 719 San Joaquins3:10 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA
14h20
5:30 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA2 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
20
Fastest train
14h 25m
First train
03:50
Last train
22:15
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)

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

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