How much does a train ticket from Oakland to Houston cost?

The average train ticket price from Oakland to Houston is $510. The best way to find train tickets from Oakland to Houston 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!

How long is the train trip from Oakland to Houston?

A train trip between Oakland and Houston is around 2d , although the fastest train will take about 2d . This is the time it takes to travel the 1634 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Oakland and Houston?

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

Which train companies travel from Oakland to Houston?

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

What are the best sights and things to do in Houston?

Once in Houston, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Downtown Houston, NASA Johnson Space Center, iFLY Indoor Skydiving, Houston Zoo, Discovery Green Parks.

Train Oakland to Houston from $348 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures to Houston

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: July 25 at 9:46am
Departure city: Oakland
Departure location: Emeryville Station
Arrival time: July 27 at 11:10am
Destination city: Houston
Destination location: Amtrak Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 23h
Departure time: July 25 at 9:09am
Departure city: Oakland
Departure location: Jack London Square
Arrival time: July 27 at 11:10am
Destination city: Houston
Destination location: Amtrak Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2d
Departure time: July 25 at 8:39am
Departure city: Oakland
Departure location: Emeryville Station
Arrival time: July 27 at 11:10am
Destination city: Houston
Destination location: Amtrak Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2d
Departure time: July 25 at 9:36am
Departure city: Oakland
Departure location: Jack London Square
Arrival time: July 27 at 11:10am
Destination city: Houston
Destination location: Amtrak Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 23h
Departure time: July 25 at 9:36am
Departure city: Oakland
Departure location: Jack London Square
Arrival time: July 27 at 11:10am
Destination city: Houston
Destination location: Amtrak Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 23h

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Compare 2 ways to go from Oakland to Houston.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$118 - $506	Average Duration2d 9h	CO₂ emissions 66kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$449 - $1,428	Average Duration2d	CO₂ emissions 240kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Oakland to Houston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 2 days, 9 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $118, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

29bus per day

2d 9hAverage Duration

$118Cheapest ticket

66kgCO₂ emissions

Train Oakland to Houston, US: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$510

Average train trip duration2d

Number of daily trains2

Earliest train departure8:39am

Distance1633 miles (2633 km)

Latest train departure9:09am

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,333 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5333 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 $362

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Oakland to Houston Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

07/22

$417

07/23

$348

Today

$377

07/25

$478

07/26

No data

07/27

No data

07/28

$466

07/29

$478

The cheapest trip from Oakland to Houston, US was searched and found on Jul 23, 2025 with a price of $348

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Oakland to Houston, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $348 to $1,651 for a train ticket from Oakland to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $466 which is on 2025-07-28.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Oakland to Houston 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 Houston 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.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Oakland and Houston compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Oakland to Houston.

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 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 traveling more than 17,000 km.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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Trains tickets from Oakland to Houston, US