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- This trip is recommended because it is: CheapestDeparture time: August 9 atDeparture city: RichmondDeparture location: Staples Mill RoadArrival time: August 12 atDestination city: OaklandDestination location: Emeryville StationOperated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: - This trip is recommended because it is: FastestDeparture time: August 9 atDeparture city: RichmondDeparture location: Staples Mill RoadArrival time: August 12 atDestination city: OaklandDestination location: Emeryville StationOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
- Departure time: August 9 atDeparture city: RichmondDeparture location: Staples Mill RoadArrival time: August 12 atDestination city: OaklandDestination location: Emeryville StationOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
- Departure time: August 9 atDeparture city: RichmondDeparture location: Staples Mill RoadArrival time: August 12 atDestination city: OaklandDestination location: Emeryville StationOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
- Departure time: August 9 atDeparture city: RichmondDeparture location: Staples Mill RoadArrival time: August 12 atDestination city: OaklandDestination location: Emeryville StationOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
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Busbud recommends taking the bus from Richmond to OaklandAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 3 days, 11 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $229, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Richmond, VA, US to Oakland: Trip Overview
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Based on 5378 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 $475
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The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Oakland was searched and found on Aug 9, 2025 with a price of $457To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Oakland, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $457 to $4,126 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $457 which is on 2025-08-09.
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Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Richmond 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.
Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Oakland, 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 Richmond and Oakland, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.
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Did you know?
You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.
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.
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