The cheapest and fastest trains from Tulare, CA to Oakland, CA
Cheapest price
$51
Average price
$51
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h 20 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
314 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tulare, 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 Tulare, CA to Oakland, CA will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $51.
Of the 1 trains that leave Tulare, CA for Oakland, CA on Fri, Mar 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Mar 06 the direct trains cover the 314 km distance in an average of 5 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .
On Fri, Mar 06 the slowest trains will take 5 h 20 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 Tulare, CA to Oakland, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Tulare, CA to Oakland, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $51. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $51, and a bus costs an average of $56.
Distance: 195 miles (314 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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$51 Average price Cheapest | $89 Average price |
5h 50m Average total duration Fastest 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Tulare, CA to Oakland, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Tulare, CA to Oakland, CA trains for tomorrow, Thursday, March 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:04 AM Tulare, CA | 5h20 | 6:24 AM Oakland, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Tulare, CA to Oakland, CA
Trains from Tulare, CA to Oakland, CA run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $51 (€42) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:36, the last at 17:36. The fastest train covers the 195 miles (314 km) distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 195 miles (314 km) |
Average train duration 5h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€42) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 5h 20m |
First train 07:36 |
Last train 17:36 |
FAQs: Trains from Tulare, CA to Oakland, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tulare, 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 Tulare, 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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