The cheapest and fastest trains from Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
3 h 58 m
Average duration
4 h
Trains per day
6
Distance
261 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fresno, 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 Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
Of the 6 trains that leave Fresno, CA for San Francisco, CA on Fri, Nov 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 21 the direct trains cover the 261 km distance in an average of 4 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 58 m .
On Fri, Nov 21 the slowest trains will take 4 h 2 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.
713 Gold Runner
719 Gold Runner
715 Gold Runner
711 Gold Runner
717 Gold Runner
711 Gold Runner
713 Gold Runner
715 Gold Runner
717 Gold Runner
719 Gold RunnerTravel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €31, and a flight costs an average of €149.
Distance: 162 miles (261 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€33 Average price Cheapest | €41 Average price | €425 Average price |
4h 46m Average total duration 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 39m Average total duration 5h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA trains for today, Thursday, November 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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715 Gold Runner · 547 Capitol Corridor | 10:16 PM Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 4h25 | 2:41 AM Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 1 transfer | |
715 Gold Runner | 10:16 PM Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 3h59 | 2:15 AM Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 21 | |||||
717 Gold Runner | 12:16 AM Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 4h00 | 4:16 AM Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
719 Gold Runner | 2:16 AM Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 4h02 | 6:18 AM Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
711 Gold Runner | 2:12 PM Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 3h58 | 6:10 PM Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
713 Gold Runner | 6:16 PM Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 3h59 | 10:15 PM Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA
Trains from Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $39 (€31) but you can travel from only $28 (€23) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 18:16. The fastest train covers the 162 miles (261 km) distance in 3h 59m.
Distance 162 miles (261 km) |
Average train duration 4h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€31) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 59m |
First train 04:25 |
Last train 18:16 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Fresno, CA and San Francisco, CA from $28 (€23). 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 Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fresno, 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available on-site with both short-term and long-term options.
- Shepherd's Inn
- Joe's Steakhouse
- Outside the main entrance.
- $0.50
- DoubleTree by Hilton Fresno Convention Center
- Radisson Hotel Fresno Conference Center
- La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Fresno Yosemite
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak trains
- Bus: Fresno Area Express (FAX) routes 22, 26, 28, 34, 38
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