The cheapest and fastest trains from Colfax, CA to Truckee, CA
Cheapest price
$186
Average price
$186
Fastest journey
2 h 22 m
Average duration
2 h 22 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Colfax, CA to Truckee, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Colfax, CA to Truckee, CA will cost around $186 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $186.
Of the 1 trains that leave Colfax, CA for Truckee, CA on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 71 km distance in an average of 2 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 22 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 22 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:39 PM2h22Colfax, CA10:01 PMTruckee, CA$1861One-way0 transfers
7:39 PM2h22Colfax, CA10:01 PMTruckee, CA$1861One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Colfax, CA to Truckee, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Colfax, CA to Truckee, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $22.
Distance: 44 miles (71 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$42 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 55m Average total duration 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Colfax, CA to Truckee, CA:
A bus is $19 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Colfax, CA to Truckee, CA costing on average $42 (€35).
Other travel options to Truckee, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 25m.
Tickets start at around $42 (€35) compared to roughly $11 (€9) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-31.43 (€-25.72). The journey takes 2h 25m versus 55m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Colfax, CA to Truckee, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Colfax, CA to Truckee, CA trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:39 PM Colfax, CA | 2h22 | 9:01 PM Truckee, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:39 PM Colfax, CA | 2h22 | 10:01 PM Truckee, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Colfax, CA to Truckee, CA
Trains from Colfax, CA to Truckee, CA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 10:33, the last at 11:39. The fastest train covers the 44 miles (71 km) distance in 2h 22m.
Distance 44 miles (71 km) |
Average train duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 22m |
First train 10:33 AM |
Last train 11:39 AM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from Colfax, CA to Truckee, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Colfax, CA and Truckee, CA from $15 (€12). 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 Colfax, CA to Truckee, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colfax, CA to Truckee, 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 Truckee, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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