- Must visit
California Academy of Sciences
Renowned science museum with rainforest dome, aquarium, and planetarium. Interactive exhibits make it a standout for all ages.
Cheapest price on Oct 15
$19
Average ticket price on Oct 15
$20
Fastest journey on Oct 15
1 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Oct 15
1 h 6 m
Trains on Oct 15
3
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fairfield, 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 Fairfield, CA to San Francisco, CA will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
On Thu, Oct 15, we found 3 trains from Fairfield, CA to San Francisco, CA, including 3 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 15 the direct trains cover the 62 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Thu, Oct 15 the slowest trains will take 1 h 7 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.






Trains from Fairfield, CA to San Francisco, CA run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) but you can travel from only $14 (€12) by bus.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:28, the last at 21:39. The fastest train covers the 38 miles (62 km) distance in 56m.
Distance 38 miles (62 km) |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 56m |
First train 12:28 AM |
Last train 9:39 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
The table below shows live departures for Fairfield, CA to San Francisco, CA trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, October 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:39 AM Fairfield, CA | 1h05 | 3:44 AM San Francisco, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:39 AM Fairfield, CA | 1h05 | 4:44 AM San Francisco, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:39 AM Fairfield, CA | 1h07 | 5:46 AM San Francisco, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Renowned science museum with rainforest dome, aquarium, and planetarium. Interactive exhibits make it a standout for all ages.
Major fine arts museum in Golden Gate Park with American art, textiles, and a panoramic tower. A classic cultural highlight.
Leading modern and contemporary art museum with landmark architecture and strong global collections. Essential for art-focused visitors.
Large urban park with gardens, lakes, museums, and trails. It is a must for relaxing, walking, and seeing several major attractions.
Steeply curving block lined with flowers and grand homes. This famous street offers classic photos and a quintessential San Francisco scene.
Popular waterfront promenade with bay views, piers, and ferries. Great for walking, people-watching, and connecting to nearby sights.
A crusty loaf with a tangy flavor shaped by the city’s historic wild yeast culture. It is one of San Francisco’s most iconic foods.
Fresh local Dungeness crab, often cracked and served simply or in cioppino. It is a Bay Area seasonal specialty tied to the fishing waterfront.
A tomato-based seafood stew created by Italian American fishermen in North Beach. It is a classic San Francisco dish built from the day’s catch.
Celebrated fine dining destination known for inventive tasting menus and polished service in an elegant, intimate setting.
Historic North Beach seafood house famous for cioppino, crab, and old-school San Francisco waterfront charm.
Legendary Mission taqueria known for large Mission-style burritos and a lively, no-frills local atmosphere.
Very high hotel, dining, and transport costs make San Francisco pricier than most US cities and many major tourist destinations.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, 15-20% for taxis, and round up or tip $1 at cafes for good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fairfield, 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.

Most Fairfield, CA to San Francisco, CA trains use the Fairfield/Vacaville Amtrak Station to Emeryville Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Fairfield, CA and San Francisco, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Fairfield/Vacaville Amtrak Station is 7 km from Fairfield city centre. Public transport options include:
Fairfield/Vacaville Amtrak Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fairfield/Vacaville Amtrak Station.
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