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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Boston Route 128, MA | Emeryville Station | CheapestFastest |
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Busbud recommends taking the bus from Boston to OaklandAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 3 days, 12 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $213, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Boston, MA, US to Oakland: Trip Overview
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Based on 5464 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $611
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The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Oakland was searched and found on Sep 17, 2025 with a price of $2,188To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Boston, MA, US to Oakland, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $2,188 to $2,188 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $2,188 which is on 2025-09-17.
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Train Travel Tips
Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Boston to Oakland is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.
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 Boston and Oakland, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.
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Did you know?
Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.
The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date
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 apologize to each passenger.
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