The cheapest and fastest trains from Auburn, CA to San Francisco, CA
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 20 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
171 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Auburn, CA to San Francisco, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Auburn, CA to San Francisco, CA will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
It's difficult to get from Auburn, CA to San Francisco, CA without transferring at least once.
529 Capitol Corridor · 6629 AMTRAK
529 Capitol Corridor · 6629 AMTRAKTravel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Auburn, CA to San Francisco, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Auburn, CA to San Francisco, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a flight costs an average of €101.
Distance: 106 miles (171 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€28 Average price | €26 Average price Cheapest | €325 Average price |
3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 45m Average total duration 5h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Auburn, CA to San Francisco, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Auburn, CA to San Francisco, CA trains for today, Monday, December 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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529 Capitol Corridor · 6629 AMTRAK | 2:35 PM Auburn station, Auburn, CA | 3h20 | 5:55 PM San Francisco, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Amtrak operates all train services from Auburn to San Francisco. Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Auburn, CA to San Francisco, CA
Trains from Auburn, CA to San Francisco, CA run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 19:21. The fastest train covers the 106 miles (171 km) distance in 2h 12m.
Distance 106 miles (171 km) |
Average train duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 12m |
First train 05:15 |
Last train 19:21 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Auburn, CA to San Francisco, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Auburn, CA and San Francisco, CA from $17 (€14). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Auburn, CA to San Francisco, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Auburn, CA to San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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