The cheapest and fastest trains from Barstow, CA to San Francisco, CA
Cheapest price
$215
Average price
$215
Fastest journey
17 h 33 m
Average duration
17 h 33 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
579 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barstow, 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 Barstow, CA to San Francisco, CA will cost around $215 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $215.
It's difficult to get from Barstow, CA to San Francisco, CA without transferring at least 3 times.
3:43 AM17h33Barstow, CA9:16 PMSan Francisco, CA$2151One-way3 transfers
3:43 AM17h33Barstow, CA9:16 PMSan Francisco, CA$2151One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Barstow, CA to San Francisco, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barstow, CA to San Francisco, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $103. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $103, and a bus costs an average of $246.
Distance: 359 miles (579 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$103 Average price Cheapest | $246 Average price | $211 Average price |
10h 10m Average total duration 9h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 0m Average total duration 15h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Barstow, CA to San Francisco, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Barstow, CA to San Francisco, CA trains for today, Friday, April 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:43 AM Barstow, CA | 17h33 | 9:16 PM San Francisco, CA | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barstow, CA to San Francisco, CA
Trains from Barstow, CA to San Francisco, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $103 (€84) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:46, the last at 09:46. The fastest train covers the 359 miles (579 km) distance in 9h 40m.
Distance 359 miles (579 km) |
Average train duration 9h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $103 (€84) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 9h 40m |
First train 7:46 AM |
Last train 9:46 AM |
FAQs: Trains from Barstow, CA to San Francisco, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barstow, 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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