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Scotts Valley - Oakland Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

There are usually 6 daily train trips available from Scotts Valley to Oakland. Traveling by train from Scotts Valley to Oakland usually takes 2 hours and 9 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in one hour and 49 minutes.

Distance54 mi (87 km)
Fastest train1h 49m
Lowest price$22.00
Most frequent serviceAmtrak
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What is the price of a train ticket from Scotts Valley to Oakland?

Over the past month, a train ticket between Scotts Valley and Oakland cost $22.14, on average. This is about as cheap as train fares get on this route. Booking your trip at least 10 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around $0.22 more.

Monthly avg. prices

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Ticket prices for the train from Scotts Valley to Oakland stay pretty consistent throughout the year. You can expect to pay around $22 regardless of when you plan to travel.

Prices as travel date approaches

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The average price of train tickets from Scotts Valley to Oakland 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 Scotts Valley to Oakland?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Scotts Valley to Oakland. However, there are 6 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak62h 9m$22.71
  • 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 6 Amtrak trains from Scotts Valley to Oakland every day, as well as 14 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $22.

Frequently Asked Questions

While the train is the main method of transportation from Scotts Valley to Oakland, it will only take you part of the way there. Please note that part of your trip will be on a different vehicle, most commonly a bus or express shuttle.
The distance between Scotts Valley and Oakland is approximately 54 miles, or 87 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 2 hours and 9 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 hour 49 minutes. As a relatively short ride, taking the train is an easy way to travel between these two cities.

Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Scotts Valley to Oakland. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday 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 Scotts Valley at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00pm. 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. 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 Oakland to Scotts Valley.

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 Scotts Valley?

Main departure station: Scotts Valley Transit Ctr

There is one train station in Scotts Valley.

All train stations in Scotts Valley:

  • Scotts Valley Transit Ctr

Where is the train station in Oakland?

Main arrival station: Across San Leandro Blvd from BART station - 700 73rd Ave

Oakland receives travelers from Scotts Valley at its two active train stations.

All train stations in Oakland:

  • Across San Leandro Blvd from BART station - 700 73rd Ave

  • 245 Second St

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