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Santa Cruz Surfing Museum
Compact museum inside the lighthouse with exhibits on local surf culture, boards, and legends. An easy stop beside one of the city's best viewpoints.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Martinez, CA to Santa Cruz, CA among Omio's users.
Distance: 72 miles (117 km)
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$18 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
1h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
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Take a train from Martinez, CA to Santa Cruz, CA and enjoy the approximately 72 miles (117 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 18:15.
Distance 72 miles (117 km) |
First train 4:55 AM |
Last train 6:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Compact museum inside the lighthouse with exhibits on local surf culture, boards, and legends. An easy stop beside one of the city's best viewpoints.
Museum and research center focused on natural history and Monterey Bay ecology. Good for families, trails, and understanding local wildlife.
Downtown history museum covering Santa Cruz County through photographs, artifacts, and rotating exhibits in a restored library building.
Iconic surfing viewpoint with a cliffside path, benches, and frequent wave action. One of the best places to watch surfers and sunsets.
Oceanfront natural bridge and tide-pool area known for coastal scenery and seasonal monarch butterflies. A scenic stop on the west side.
Redwood grove in the city with easy trails, ponds, and picnic areas. Popular for a calm nature walk close to downtown and the beach.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Martinez, CA to Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Martinez, CA to Santa Cruz, CA trains use the Martinez Station to Santa Cruz, Bus Station Metro Center station pair. Use this guide to compare Martinez, CA and Santa Cruz, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Santa Cruz, Bus Station Metro Center has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court with various options available.
Free WiFi available throughout the station. ATMs are several ATMs available near ticket counters.
Ticket office support is available at Santa Cruz, Bus Station Metro Center.
Available at Santa Cruz, Bus Station Metro Center: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Santa Cruz, Bus Station Metro Center: Station is fully accessible with ramps and elevators.
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