The cheapest and fastest trains from Fullerton, CA to San Francisco, CA
Cheapest price
$67
Average price
$102
Fastest journey
10 h 40 m
Average duration
12 h 9 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
594 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fullerton, 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 Fullerton, CA to San Francisco, CA will cost around $102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $67.
It's difficult to get from Fullerton, CA to San Francisco, CA without transferring at least once.
765 Pacific Surfliner · 4765 AMTRAK8:21 AM11h39Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA8:00 PMSan Francisco, CA$671One-way1 transfer
5811 AMTRAK · 711 Gold Runner · 6611 AMTRAK12:50 AM10h40Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA11:30 AMSan Francisco, CA$961One-way2 transfers
769 Pacific Surfliner · 5719 AMTRAK · 719 Gold Runner · 6619 AMTRAK10:21 AM12h09Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA10:30 PMSan Francisco, CA$1091One-way3 transfers
765 Pacific Surfliner · 14 Coast Starlight · 6619 AMTRAK8:21 AM14h09Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA10:30 PMSan Francisco, CA$1351One-way2 transfers
5811 AMTRAK · 711 Gold Runner · 6611 AMTRAK12:50 AM10h40Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA11:30 AMSan Francisco, CA$961One-way2 transfers
765 Pacific Surfliner · 4765 AMTRAK8:21 AM11h39Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA8:00 PMSan Francisco, CA$671One-way1 transfer
769 Pacific Surfliner · 5719 AMTRAK · 719 Gold Runner · 6619 AMTRAK10:21 AM12h09Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA10:30 PMSan Francisco, CA$1091One-way3 transfers
765 Pacific Surfliner · 14 Coast Starlight · 6619 AMTRAK8:21 AM14h09Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA10:30 PMSan Francisco, CA$1351One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Fullerton, CA to San Francisco, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fullerton, CA to San Francisco, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $64. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $64, and a flight costs an average of $65.
Distance: 369 miles (594 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$73 Average price | $154 Average price | $72 Average price Cheapest |
11h 13m Average total duration 10h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 32m Average total duration 10h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Fullerton, CA to San Francisco, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Fullerton, CA to San Francisco, CA trains for today, Wednesday, April 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
765 Pacific Surfliner · 4765 AMTRAK | 8:21 AM Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA | 11h39 | 8:00 PM San Francisco, CA | 1 transfer | |
765 Pacific Surfliner · 14 Coast Starlight · 6619 AMTRAK | 8:21 AM Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA | 14h09 | 10:30 PM San Francisco, CA | 2 transfers | |
769 Pacific Surfliner · 5719 AMTRAK · 719 Gold Runner · 6619 AMTRAK | 10:21 AM Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA | 12h09 | 10:30 PM San Francisco, CA | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fullerton, CA to San Francisco, CA
Trains from Fullerton, CA to San Francisco, CA run on average 20 times per day, taking around 10h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $66 (€53) but you can travel from only $64 (€51) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 369 miles (594 km) distance in 10h 40m.
Distance 369 miles (594 km) |
Average train duration 10h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $66 (€53) |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 10h 40m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metrolink Trains from Fullerton, CA to San Francisco, CA trainsAmtrak, Metrolink Trains trains will get you between Fullerton, CA and San Francisco, CA from $64 (€51). 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 Fullerton, CA to San Francisco, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fullerton, 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 Fullerton, CA to San Francisco, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with entrances on Santa Fe Avenue and Pomona Avenue.
- The Old Spaghetti Factory
- Heroes Bar & Grill
- Outside the main entrance.
- $0.50
- Fullerton Marriott at California State University
- The Hotel Fullerton Anaheim
- Holiday Inn Express Fullerton
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: access to platforms 1 & 2 for Metrolink
- Hall 3: access to platform 3 for Amtrak
- Bus: OCTA routes 26, 43, 47, 143, 543
- Amtrak Thruway Bus Service
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