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Next departures from Lafayette to Oakland on 2 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Lafayette, LA
Emeryville StationNo tags
Amtrak
Lafayette, LA
Jack London SquareNo tags
Amtrak
Lafayette, LA
Jack London SquareNo tags
Amtrak
Lafayette, LA
Emeryville StationNo tags
Amtrak
Lafayette, LA
Jack London SquareNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Lafayette to Oakland

Average priceUS$191 - US$392Average duration2d 5h
73kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average priceUS$527 - US$1,388Average duration2d 10h
264kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Lafayette to Oakland

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 2 days, 5 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just US$191, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

21bus per day
2d 5hAverage duration
US$191Cheapest ticket
73kgCO₂ emissions

Train Lafayette, LA to Oakland: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$529
Average train trip duration2d 10h
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure12:24
Distance1799 miles

Lafayette to Oakland Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Lafayette, LA - Oakland

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Lafayette to Oakland cost?

    The average train ticket price from Lafayette to Oakland is US$529. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Lafayette to Oakland is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Lafayette to Oakland?

    A train trip between Lafayette and Oakland is around 2d 10h, although the fastest train will take about 2d 10h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1799 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Lafayette and Oakland?

    The number of trains from Lafayette to Oakland can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Lafayette to Oakland by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Lafayette to Oakland?

    When taking the train from Lafayette to Oakland, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

There are many train stations in the world, explore station pages on Busbud to get all information you need.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Oakland you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Lafayette and Oakland, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Lafayette to Oakland and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

Japanese trains are always on time. It is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologise to each passenger.

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