The cheapest and fastest trains from Glendale, CA to San Francisco, CA
Cheapest price
$89
Average price
$89
Fastest journey
9 h 15 m
Average duration
9 h 15 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
551 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glendale, 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 Glendale, CA to San Francisco, CA will cost around $89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $89.
Of the 1 trains that leave Glendale, CA for San Francisco, CA on Sat, May 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 02 the direct trains cover the 551 km distance in an average of 9 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 15 m .
On Sat, May 02 the slowest trains will take 9 h 15 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.
7:15 PM9h15Glendale, CA4:30 AMSan Francisco, CA$891One-way0 transfers
7:15 PM9h15Glendale, CA4:30 AMSan Francisco, CA$891One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Glendale, CA to San Francisco, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Glendale, CA to San Francisco, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $56. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $56, and a flight costs an average of $144.
Distance: 342 miles (551 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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$91 Average price | $76 Average price Cheapest | $179 Average price |
9h 38m Average total duration 9h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 47m Average total duration 9h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Glendale, CA to San Francisco, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Glendale, CA to San Francisco, CA trains for today, Friday, May 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5813 AMTRAK · 713 Gold Runner · 6613 AMTRAK | 6:10 AM Glendale Transportation Center, Glendale, CA | 9h20 | 3:30 PM San Francisco, CA | 2 transfers | |
5715 AMTRAK · 715 Gold Runner · 6615 AMTRAK | 8:10 AM Glendale Transportation Center, Glendale, CA | 9h20 | 5:30 PM San Francisco, CA | 2 transfers | |
5717 AMTRAK · 717 Gold Runner · 6617 AMTRAK | 11:15 AM Glendale Transportation Center, Glendale, CA | 9h15 | 8:30 PM San Francisco, CA | 2 transfers | |
5719 AMTRAK · 719 Gold Runner · 6619 AMTRAK | 1:15 PM Glendale Transportation Center, Glendale, CA | 9h15 | 10:30 PM San Francisco, CA | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glendale, CA to San Francisco, CA
Trains from Glendale, CA to San Francisco, CA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 9h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $85 (€68) but you can travel from only $56 (€45) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:00, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 342 miles (551 km) distance in 8h 41m.
Distance 342 miles (551 km) |
Average train duration 9h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $85 (€68) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 8h 41m |
First train 1:00 AM |
Last train 10:35 PM |
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Train companies: Amtrak from Glendale, CA to San Francisco, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Glendale, CA and San Francisco, CA from $56 (€45). 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 Glendale, CA to San Francisco, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glendale, 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.

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