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Is it better to travel by bus or train from Oakland to Vallejo?
There are usually 2 daily bus trips available from Oakland to Vallejo.
Bus | Train | |
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Avg. Price | Avg. Price$15.06 | Avg. Price$18.81 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips2 | Daily Trips6 |
Duration | Duration0h 32m | Duration2h 36m |
Trip Summary
You can pick from 7 daily train trips between Oakland and Vallejo. The average train journey from Oakland to Vallejo takes 2 hours and 37 minutes, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as one hour and 28 minutes.
Distance | 21 mi (33 km) |
Fastest train | 1h 28m |
Lowest price | $15.00 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak |
Train lines | 1 |

What is the price of a train ticket from Oakland to Vallejo?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Oakland to Vallejo was $17.50. This is basically as cheap as train fares can get. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 22 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $1.58 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Oakland to Vallejo by travel date
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Oakland to Vallejo will cost between $18 and $21. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Monthly avg. prices
Prices as travel date approaches
The average price of train tickets from Oakland to Vallejo is pretty stable year-round. However, we still suggest buying your train tickets at least 48 hours prior to departure to avoid unexpected price hikes and the possibility of the train being sold out.
Which train should you take from Oakland to Vallejo?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Oakland to Vallejo. However, there are 7 trains per day to choose from.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Amtrak | 7 | 2h 38m | $19.29 |
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 7 Amtrak trains from Oakland to Vallejo every day, as well as 7 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $15.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Oakland to Vallejo
Trains departing from Oakland to Vallejo tend to have the most passengers on Friday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Friday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Sunday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Oakland at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 6:00pm. 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 7 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Vallejo to Oakland.
City Information
Oakland

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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 Oakland?

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Link to image attributionMain departure 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 San Joaquins 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
Where is the train station in Vallejo?
Main arrival station: Vallejo Transit Center
Vallejo has one train station.
All train stations in Vallejo:
Vallejo Transit Center
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