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- This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: April 28 atDeparture city: OaklandDeparture location: Emeryville StationArrival time: May 1 atDestination city: WashingtonDestination location: Union StationOperated by: Amtrak
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- Departure time: April 28 atDeparture city: OaklandDeparture location: Jack London SquareArrival time: May 1 atDestination city: WashingtonDestination location: Union StationOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
- Departure time: April 28 atDeparture city: OaklandDeparture location: Jack London SquareArrival time: May 1 atDestination city: WashingtonDestination location: Union StationOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
- Departure time: April 28 atDeparture city: OaklandDeparture location: Jack London SquareArrival time: May 1 atDestination city: WashingtonDestination location: Union StationOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
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Busbud recommends taking the train from Oakland to WashingtonAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 3 days, 2 hours 19 minutes and with fares starting at just $438, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Oakland to Washington: Trip Overview
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Based on 5078 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 $438.00
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The cheapest trip from Oakland to Washington was searched and found on Apr 24, 2025 with a price of $415To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Oakland to Washington, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $415 to $2,214 for a train ticket from Oakland to Washington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $415 which is on 2025-04-28.
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Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Oakland to Washington is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.
No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Washington, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.
By choosing the train between Oakland and Washington, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!
Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Oakland to Washington.
Did you know?
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.
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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Oakland to Washington?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Oakland and Washington is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $441 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $438. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Washington, choose the train, as it will take you from Oakland to Washington in about 3d 2h - that's the fastest way to get there!
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