How much does a train ticket from Santa Clara to Oakland cost?

The average train ticket price from Santa Clara to Oakland is $18. The best way to find train tickets from Santa Clara 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!

How long is the train trip from Santa Clara to Oakland?

A train trip between Santa Clara and Oakland is around 1h 1m, although the fastest train will take about 42m. This is the time it takes to travel the 36 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Santa Clara and Oakland?

The number of trains from Santa Clara to Oakland can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 47. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Santa Clara to Oakland by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Santa Clara to Oakland?

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

Train Santa Clara to Oakland from $13 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Santa Clara to Oakland on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:31am	Great America Station	42m	7:13am	Coliseum/Airport	CheapestFastest
Train	6:23am	Santa Clara Transit Center	50m	7:13am	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
Train	8:53am	Santa Clara Transit Center	51m	9:44am	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
Train	11:10am	Santa Clara Transit Center	53m	12:03pm	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
Train	3:00pm	Santa Clara Transit Center	50m	3:50pm	Coliseum/Airport	No tags

Next departures for Santa Clara to Oakland on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:31am	Great America Station	42m	7:13am	Coliseum/Airport	CheapestFastest
Train	6:23am	Santa Clara Transit Center	50m	7:13am	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
Train	8:53am	Santa Clara Transit Center	51m	9:44am	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
Train	11:10am	Santa Clara Transit Center	53m	12:03pm	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
Train	3:00pm	Santa Clara Transit Center	50m	3:50pm	Coliseum/Airport	No tags

Next departures for Santa Clara to Oakland on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:31am	Great America Station	42m	7:13am	Coliseum/Airport	CheapestFastest
Train	6:23am	Santa Clara Transit Center	50m	7:13am	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
Train	8:53am	Santa Clara Transit Center	51m	9:44am	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
Train	11:10am	Santa Clara Transit Center	53m	12:03pm	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
Train	3:00pm	Santa Clara Transit Center	50m	3:50pm	Coliseum/Airport	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:49 AM PST.

Get from Santa Clara to Oakland

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 1 hour 1 minute and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

47train per day

1h 1mAverage Duration

32 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,588 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5588 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 $15

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Santa Clara, US to Oakland by train

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Which train companies travel from Santa Clara to Oakland?

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/14

$13

11/15

$13

Today

$13

11/17

$13

11/18

$13

11/19

$13

11/20

$13

11/21

$13

The cheapest trip from Santa Clara, US to Oakland was searched and found on Nov 14, 2025 with a price of $13

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

You can expect to pay from $13 to $321 for a train ticket from Santa Clara, US to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2025-11-17.