How much does a train ticket from Oakland to Palm Springs cost?

The average train ticket price from Oakland to Palm Springs is $108. The best way to find train tickets from Oakland to Palm Springs 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 Oakland to Palm Springs?

A train trip between Oakland and Palm Springs is around 15h, although the fastest train will take about 14h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 422 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Oakland and Palm Springs?

The number of trains from Oakland to Palm Springs can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Oakland to Palm Springs by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the best sights and things to do in Palm Springs?

Once in Palm Springs, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens, Palm Springs Air Museum, Joshua Tree National Park, Biking, Moorten Botanical Gardens.

Trains from Oakland to Palm Springs | Amtrak

Compare 2 ways to go from Oakland to Palm Springs.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$121 - $192	Average Duration15h 15m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$106 - $186	Average Duration15h	CO₂ emissions 62kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Oakland to Palm Springs

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Palm Springs. The journey takes about 15 hours and with fares starting at just $106, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

15hAverage Duration

$106Cheapest ticket

62kgCO₂ emissions

Train Oakland to Palm Springs: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$108

Average train trip duration15h

Number of daily trains4

Earliest train departure8:39am

Distance421 miles (678 km)

Latest train departure9:46am

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,082 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5082 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 $106.00

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Oakland to Palm Springs Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Oakland and Palm Springs?

Stops in Oakland

A - Emeryville Station

Stops in Palm Springs

A - Palm Springs Airport

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About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Oakland and Palm Springs is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Palm Springs.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Palm Springs, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Oakland and Palm Springs compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Oakland to Palm Springs.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

What's the cheapest way to go from Oakland to Palm Springs?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time15h 15m	Avg Price$148	Daily Departures6
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time15h	Avg Price$108	Daily Departures4

The best way to travel between Oakland and Palm Springs is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $108 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $106. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Palm Springs, choose the train, as it will take you from Oakland to Palm Springs in about 15h - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Oakland by train?

Train from Palm Springs to Oakland

Top Traveled Train Routes

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Trains tickets from Oakland to Palm Springs