The cheapest and fastest trains from Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 31 m
Trains per day
5
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 $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
It's difficult to get from Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA without transferring at least once.
717 Gold Runner · 6617 AMTRAK4:00 PM4h30Fresno station, Fresno, CA8:30 PMSan Francisco, CA$541One-way1 transfer
713 Gold Runner · 6613 AMTRAK10:58 AM4h32Fresno station, Fresno, CA3:30 PMSan Francisco, CA$541One-way1 transfer
711 Gold Runner · 6611 AMTRAK6:58 AM4h32Fresno station, Fresno, CA11:30 AMSan Francisco, CA$541One-way1 transfer
719 Gold Runner · 6619 AMTRAK6:00 PM4h30Fresno station, Fresno, CA10:30 PMSan Francisco, CA$541One-way1 transfer
715 Gold Runner · 6615 AMTRAK12:58 PM4h32Fresno station, Fresno, CA5:30 PMSan Francisco, CA$541One-way1 transfer
717 Gold Runner · 6617 AMTRAK4:00 PM4h30Fresno station, Fresno, CA8:30 PMSan Francisco, CA$541One-way1 transfer
719 Gold Runner · 6619 AMTRAK6:00 PM4h30Fresno station, Fresno, CA10:30 PMSan Francisco, CA$541One-way1 transfer
713 Gold Runner · 6613 AMTRAK10:58 AM4h32Fresno station, Fresno, CA3:30 PMSan Francisco, CA$541One-way1 transfer
711 Gold Runner · 6611 AMTRAK6:58 AM4h32Fresno station, Fresno, CA11:30 AMSan Francisco, CA$541One-way1 transfer
715 Gold Runner · 6615 AMTRAK12:58 PM4h32Fresno station, Fresno, CA5:30 PMSan Francisco, CA$541One-way1 transfer
Travel 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 $48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $48, and a flight costs an average of $251.
Distance: 162 miles (261 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$50 Average price Cheapest | $70 Average price | $467 Average price |
4h 45m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA:
A train is $20 (€16) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA costing on average $70 (€57).
A train is $417 (€337) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA costing on average $467 (€378).
Other travel options to San Francisco, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 15m.
Bus takes on average 5h 1m.
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, Sunday, May 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
713 Gold Runner · 6613 AMTRAK | 10:58 AM Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 4h32 | 3:30 PM San Francisco, CA | 1 transfer | |
715 Gold Runner · 6615 AMTRAK | 12:58 PM Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 4h32 | 5:30 PM San Francisco, CA | 1 transfer | |
717 Gold Runner · 6617 AMTRAK | 4:00 PM Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 4h30 | 8:30 PM San Francisco, CA | 1 transfer | |
719 Gold Runner · 6619 AMTRAK | 6:00 PM Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 4h30 | 10:30 PM San Francisco, CA | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, May 25 | |||||
711 Gold Runner · 6611 AMTRAK | 6:58 AM Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 4h32 | 11:30 AM San Francisco, CA | 1 transfer | |
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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 5 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€39) but you can travel from only $38 (€31) by bus.
There are 2 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 4h 30m.
Distance 162 miles (261 km) |
Average train duration 4h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€39) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 30m |
First train 4:25 AM |
Last train 6:16 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Fresno, CA and San Francisco, CA from $38 (€31). 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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