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John Muir National Historic Site
Historic home and orchards of naturalist John Muir, with furnished rooms and exhibits on his life, writing, and conservation work.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
zł146
Average ticket price on Sep 20
zł156
Fastest journey on Sep 20
3 h 21 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
3 h 21 m
Trains on Sep 20
2
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fresno, CA to Martinez, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fresno, CA to Martinez, CA will cost around zł156 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł146.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 2 trains from Fresno, CA to Martinez, CA, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 252 km distance in an average of 3 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 21 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 3 h 21 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fresno, CA to Martinez, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of zł145 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of zł145, while a flight costs an average of zł3109.
Distance: 156 miles (252 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
zł145 Average price Cheapest | zł3109 Average price | zł277 Average price | zł137 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 48m Average total duration Fastest 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration 3h 57m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration 5h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Fresno, CA to Martinez, CA:
A train is zł132 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Fresno, CA to Martinez, CA costing on average zł277.
A train is zł2964 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Fresno, CA to Martinez, CA costing on average zł3109.
Other travel options to Martinez, CA take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 57m.
Bus takes on average 5h 13m.
Tickets start at around zł145 compared to roughly zł137 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about zł-8.09. The journey takes 3h 18m versus 2h 46m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Fresno, CA to Martinez, CA trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:00 PM Fresno, CA | 3h21 | 2:21 AM Martinez, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
![]() | 12:00 AM Fresno, CA | 3h21 | 3:21 AM Martinez, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Fresno, CA to Martinez, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at zł135 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 18:35. The fastest train covers the 156 miles (252 km) distance in 3h 12m.
Distance 156 miles (252 km) |
Average train duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price zł135 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 12m |
First train 6:12 AM |
Last train 6:35 PM |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Martinez, CA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Martinez, CA trip today.
Historic home and orchards of naturalist John Muir, with furnished rooms and exhibits on his life, writing, and conservation work.
Local history museum in downtown Martinez with exhibits on railroads, industry, daily life, and the city's waterfront past.
Specialized museum preserving shell and cartridge history, with displays valued by collectors and visitors interested in military artifacts.
Shoreline trail and fishing area beside the strait, popular for walking, birdwatching, and bridge views.
Waterfront park with marina views, picnic areas, trails, and broad scenery across the Carquinez Strait.
Lively historic downtown corridor lined with preserved buildings, independent shops, murals, and regular community events.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fresno, CA to Martinez, 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 Martinez, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Fresno, CA to Martinez, CA trains use the Fresno Station to Martinez Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Fresno, CA and Martinez, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Fresno Station is 1 km from Fresno city centre. Public transport options include:
Fresno Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Shepherd's Inn, Joe's Steakhouse
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Fresno Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Fresno Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Fresno Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Fresno Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fresno Station.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Fresno Convention Center, Radisson Hotel Fresno Conference Center, La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Fresno Yosemite.
Martinez Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Barrelista Coffee House, Lemongrass Bistro
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Martinez Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Martinez Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Martinez Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Martinez Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Martinez Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Quality Inn, Best Western John Muir Inn, Muir Lodge Motel.
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