714 Gold Runner · 5714 AMTRAK12:188h57Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA21:15Union Station, Los Angeles, CA£701One-way1 change
710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK8:089h07Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA17:15Union Station, Los Angeles, CA£701One-way1 change
710 Gold Runner · 5710 AMTRAK8:089h07Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA17:15Union Station, Los Angeles, CA£701One-way1 change
712 Gold Runner · 5812 AMTRAK10:188h57Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA19:15Union Station, Los Angeles, CA£701One-way1 change
712 Gold Runner · 5712 AMTRAK10:188h57Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA19:15Union Station, Los Angeles, CA£701One-way1 change
714 Gold Runner · 5714 AMTRAK12:188h57Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA21:15Union Station, Los Angeles, CA£701One-way1 change
712 Gold Runner · 5812 AMTRAK10:188h57Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA19:15Union Station, Los Angeles, CA£701One-way1 change
712 Gold Runner · 5712 AMTRAK10:188h57Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA19:15Union Station, Los Angeles, CA£701One-way1 change
716 Gold Runner · 5716 AMTRAK14:188h57Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA23:15Union Station, Los Angeles, CA£701One-way1 change
710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK8:089h07Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA17:15Union Station, Los Angeles, CA£701One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Oakland, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oakland, CA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, and a flight costs an average of £131.
Distance: 553 km
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11h 4m Average total duration 10h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 58m Average total duration 9h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Oakland, CA to Los Angeles, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Oakland, CA to Los Angeles, CA trains for today, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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718 Gold Runner · 5818 AMTRAK | 17:48 Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 8h37 | 2:25 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 change | |
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710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK | 8:08 Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 9h07 | 17:15 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 change | |
710 Gold Runner · 5710 AMTRAK | 8:08 Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 9h07 | 17:15 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 change | |
11 Coast Starlight | 9:09 Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 12h02 | 21:11 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
712 Gold Runner · 5812 AMTRAK | 10:18 Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 8h57 | 19:15 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 change | |
712 Gold Runner · 5712 AMTRAK | 10:18 Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 8h57 | 19:15 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 change | |
714 Gold Runner · 5714 AMTRAK | 12:18 Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 8h57 | 21:15 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 change | |
716 Gold Runner · 5716 AMTRAK | 14:18 Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 8h57 | 23:15 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oakland, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Trains from Oakland, CA to Los Angeles, CA run on average 13 times per day, taking around 10h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £58 but you can travel from only £38 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 553 km distance in 8h 37m.
Distance 553 km |
Average train duration 10h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £58 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 8h 37m |
First train 0:15 |
Last train 22:15 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Oakland, CA to Los Angeles, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Oakland, CA and Los Angeles, CA from £38. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Oakland, CA to Los Angeles, CA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oakland, CA to Los Angeles, CA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Los Angeles, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oakland, CA and Los Angeles, CA
Most Oakland, CA to Los Angeles, CA trains use the Jack London Square to Union Station station pair, with some services arriving at Van Nuys, Metrolink Station. Use this guide to compare Oakland, CA and Los Angeles, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Oakland, CA station do trains to Los Angeles, CA leave from?
Getting to Jack London Square from Oakland city centre
Jack London Square is 1 km from Oakland city centre. Public transport options include:
Jack London Square train station facilities and services
Jack London Square has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Yoshi's Oakland, Scott's Seafood Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Jack London Square. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Jack London Square. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Jack London Square: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Jack London Square: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Jack London Square: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Waterfront Hotel, Z Hotel Jack London Square, Executive Inn & Suites.
Getting to Coliseum/Airport from Oakland city centre
Coliseum/Airport is 8 km from Oakland city centre. Public transport options include:
Coliseum/Airport train station facilities and services
Coliseum/Airport has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Coliseum/Airport.
Bike and car services
Available at Coliseum/Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Coliseum/Airport.
Which Los Angeles, CA station do trains from Oakland, CA arrive at?
Getting to Union Station from Los Angeles city centre
Union Station train station facilities and services
Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Traxx Restaurant, Union Station Cafe, Philippe The Original
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Union Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Los Angeles Downtown, Miyako Hotel Los Angeles, Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza.
Getting to Van Nuys, Metrolink Station from Los Angeles city centre
Van Nuys, Metrolink Station is 25 km from Los Angeles city centre. Public transport options include:
Van Nuys, Metrolink Station train station facilities and services
Van Nuys, Metrolink Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Van Nuys, Metrolink Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Van Nuys, Metrolink Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Van Nuys, Metrolink Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Van Nuys, Metrolink Station: Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Van Nuys, Metrolink Station.
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