Cheap train tickets from Bakersfield to Oakland
Find and compare the best ground travel options in one place.
Millions of travelers trust Wanderu every year to get:
Lowest Prices
We find the cheapest bus & train tickets, so you can wander for less.
Best Travel Options
We partner with 500+ carriers to bring you the most bus & train options.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
See what travelers are saying about Wanderu:
Bakersfield to Oakland Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Bakersfield to Oakland?
There are usually 3 daily bus trips available from Bakersfield to Oakland.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceRON 263.75 | Avg. PriceRON 270.03 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips3 | Daily Trips5 |
Duration | Duration9h 57m | Duration6h 52m |
Trip Summary
6 trains operate daily from Bakersfield to Oakland. The train trip from Bakersfield to Oakland is usually about 6 hours and 49 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Gold Runner train can get you there in as little as 6 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 246 mi (397 km) |
| Fastest train | 6h 15m |
| Lowest price | RON 247.41 |
| Trains per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | Gold Runner |
| Train lines | 2 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Bakersfield to Oakland?
Over the past month, a train ticket between Bakersfield and Oakland cost RON 260.93, on average. Booking your trip at least 20 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around RON 1.24 more.
Average train ticket prices from Bakersfield to Oakland by travel date
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Bakersfield to Oakland will cost between RON 256 and RON 323. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Monthly avg. prices
Prices as travel date approaches
The price of train trips from Bakersfield to Oakland doesn't fluctuate much throughout the year, so you don’t need to book your tickets super far in advance. However, to avoid last-minute price surges or sold-out tickets, we recommend purchasing your train tickets at least 48 hours before departure.
Which train should you take from Bakersfield to Oakland?
2 train services operate from Bakersfield to Oakland. Gold Runner usually has more trains scheduled, with 4 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 8h 19m | RON 310.32 |
| Gold Runner | 4 | 6h 19m | RON 251.34 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from Bakersfield to Oakland every day, as well as 3 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from RON 269.
After becoming a permanent Amtrak rail route in 1974, the Gold Runner has offered train services throughout California and the San Joaquin Valley. The line runs daily from the San Francisco Bay Area to Bakersfield, with many stops in between, including Martinez and Modesto. Although Amtrak Gold Runner is one of the nation's busiest routes, it is renowned for being impeccably clean and safe, with passenger comfort remaining the carrier's highest priority. Most of the trains on this line are equipped with lavatories, onboard WiFi, disabled access, and personal power outlets, ensuring a comfortable journey for every passenger.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Bakersfield to Oakland
The distance between Bakersfield and Oakland is approximately 246 miles, or 397 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 49 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 15 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Bakersfield to Oakland. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Sunday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Thursday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Bakersfield at 4:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 4:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 6 scheduled trains on most days. 4 of these are direct connections to Oakland. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Oakland to Bakersfield.
City Information
Bakersfield
Bakersfield, California, is just north of LA on the Kern River. The Buena Vista Museum of Natural History, one of the city’s biggest attractions, displays fossils, dinosaur models, Native American artifacts, and a changing array of temporary exhibitions. Meanwhile, the Bakersfield Museum of Art features multiple rotating galleries of modern and historical art.
As the sun sets in Bakersfield, locals and visitors alike flock to Buck Owens Crystal Palace for food, drinks, and the biggest live music venue in the area. The Belvedere Cocktail lounge offers a more intimate live music experience– plus some amazing drinks and arcade games. For a truly unique experience, check out the family-friendly Gaslight Melodrama Theatre, where audiences are encouraged to cheer, boo, and get in on the fun of the live performances.
On the quieter side, Bakersfield has a number of beautiful parks across the city. The Park at RiverWalk is a fan favorite, with 32 sprawling acres along the Kern River dotted with picnic areas, public grills, and fishing spots. The Buena Vista Aquatic Recreational Area provides more outdoor activities with swimming, boating, sailing, cycling, and more.
To get to Bakersfield, fly into the Meadows Field Airport just north of the town. Several bus lines also service the area, connecting the city to Phoenix, Sacramento, Los Angeles, and Ontario. For train service, Amtrak offers routes to San Diego, San Francisco, and even New York City.
Oakland
Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
Oakland, CA is a port city that is beginning to step out of the shadow of San Francisco, its neighbor to the west. Every visitor should start their Oakland trip in the downtown area and Old Oakland, the city's historic quarter full of quaint old buildings. While here, don't forget to take a short detour to Oakland's famous Chinatown as well. The African American Museum and Library at Oakland tells the history of Black communities in the area and is definitely worth a stop. For those who would prefer to stay close to nature, Dr. Aurelia Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park's abundance of redwood groves will offer amazing views.
Oakland's food scene is vibrant and diverse, with a wide range of offerings for all budgets. Enssaro is a popular local name with mid-range dishes that will whet your appetite. For an excellent haute-cuisine dinner, head towards The Wolf.
It's easy to get around the Bay Area on local public transit (called the BART, for Bay Area Rapid Transit). Getting to Oakland from further afield is also a breeze thanks to many intercity bus routes in the area and Amtrak's Capitol Corridor train, which stops in Oakland. Flights arrive at the Oakland International Airport, but several additional airport options in the larger Bay Area are also available.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Bakersfield?
Main departure station: 601 Truxtun Ave - Transit Station
There is one train station in Bakersfield.
All train stations in Bakersfield:
601 Truxtun Ave - Transit Station
Where is the train station in Oakland?
Image credit: David Wilson
Link to image attribution
Image credit: David Wilson
Link to image attributionMain arrival station: 245 Second St
The Jack London Station in Oakland opened in 1995, replacing 16th Street Station, which was extensively damaged in the Loma Prieta earthquake in 1989. The station was named after the famous writer Jack London, as he spent much of his life in the area. It is a contemporary glass and stone structure located on the easternmost corner of Jack London Square. The square, which fronts a natural estuary leading to San Francisco Bay, was formerly the hub of Oakland's port activities, connecting the maritime and agricultural sectors. It is still an active and bustling waterfront today. Amtrak's Capitol Corridor, Coast Starlight, and Gold Runner trains serve the station. It is the 10th busiest of Amtrak's 74 California stops, boarding or de-boarding an average of 1,142 people per day.
All train stations in Oakland:
245 Second St
Across San Leandro Blvd from BART station - 700 73rd Ave
Get around town with Moovit
Need a return trip from Oakland to Bakersfield?
Search Train TicketsPlan your next adventure
More trains from Bakersfield
- Train from Bakersfield to Antioch
RON 219+
- Bakersfield to Barstow Train
RON 279+
- Train from Bakersfield to Eureka
RON 433+
- Bakersfield to Fremont Train
RON 275+
- Train from Bakersfield to Fresno
RON 112+
- Bakersfield to Glendale Train
RON 97+
- Bakersfield to Los Angeles Train
RON 111+
- Bakersfield to Oceanside Train
RON 208+
- Train from Bakersfield to Pomona
RON 158+
- Train from Bakersfield to Sacramento
RON 228+
- Train from Bakersfield to San Diego
RON 242+
- Train from Bakersfield to San Francisco
RON 281+
- Bakersfield to San Juan Capistrano Train
RON 177+
- Bakersfield to Santa Rosa Train
RON 282+
- Train from Bakersfield to South Lake Tahoe
RON 393+
- Train from Bakersfield to Wasco
RON 40+
- Bakersfield to Yosemite Valley Train
RON 210+
- Train from Bakersfield to Las Vegas
RON 384+
Continue by train from Oakland
- Oakland to Tucson Train
RON 762+
- Oakland to Anaheim Train
RON 346+
- Oakland to Davis Train
RON 118+
- Train from Oakland to Hanford
RON 190+
- Oakland to Los Angeles Train
RON 304+
- Train from Oakland to Modesto
RON 111+
- Train from Oakland to Ontario
RON 545+
- Train from Oakland to Palm Springs
RON 407+
- Train from Oakland to Santa Maria
RON 391+
- Oakland to Stockton
RON 89+
- Train from Oakland to Suisun
RON 80+
- Train from Oakland to Ukiah
RON 141+
- Train from Oakland to Washington D.C.
RON 1,853+
- Train from Oakland to Reno
RON 429+
- Train from Oakland to Sparks
RON 336+
- Oakland to Klamath Falls Train
RON 287+
- Oakland to Philadelphia Train
RON 2,446+
- Oakland to Vancouver Train
RON 646+
Check out these popular routes
- Toronto to Vancouver
RON 2,453+
- Montreal to New York Train
RON 361+
- London to Paris
RON 1,115+
- Train from Los Angeles to San Diego
RON 163+
- Train from San Diego to Los Angeles
RON 162+
- New Haven to New York Train
RON 153+
- Portland to Seattle
RON 2,740+
- New York to New Haven Train
RON 181+
- Train from New York to Boston
RON 552+
- Seattle to Portland Train
RON 1,349+
- Seattle to New York Train
RON 3,846+
- Train from Seattle to Philadelphia
RON 3,045+
- Train from Seattle to Vancouver
RON 220+
- Train from Milwaukee to Chicago
RON 124+
Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.