The cheapest and fastest trains from Martinez, CA to Truckee, CA
Cheapest price
$59
Average price
$159
Fastest journey
4 h 54 m
Average duration
5 h 9 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
223 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Martinez, CA to Truckee, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Martinez, CA to Truckee, CA will cost around $159 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.
Of the 2 trains that leave Martinez, CA for Truckee, CA on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 223 km distance in an average of 5 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 54 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 5 h 24 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.
5:07 PM4h54Martinez, CA10:01 PMTruckee, CA$591One-way0 transfers
4:37 PM5h24Martinez, CA10:01 PMTruckee, CA$2591One-way0 transfers
5:07 PM4h54Martinez, CA10:01 PMTruckee, CA$591One-way0 transfers
4:37 PM5h24Martinez, CA10:01 PMTruckee, CA$2591One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Martinez, CA to Truckee, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Martinez, CA to Truckee, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a train costs an average of $35.
Distance: 138 miles (223 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$177 Average price | $44 Average price Cheapest | $40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 22m Average total duration 4h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration Fastest 4h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Martinez, CA to Truckee, CA:
A bus is $133 (€109) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Martinez, CA to Truckee, CA costing on average $177 (€145).
Other travel options to Truckee, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 52m.
Tickets start at around $177 (€145) compared to roughly $40 (€33) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-136.53 (€-111.74). The journey takes 4h 52m versus 2h 29m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Martinez, CA to Truckee, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Martinez, CA to Truckee, CA trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:37 PM Martinez, CA | 5h24 | 10:01 PM Truckee, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Martinez, CA to Truckee, CA
Trains from Martinez, CA to Truckee, CA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:25, the last at 15:58. The fastest train covers the 138 miles (223 km) distance in 4h 54m.
Distance 138 miles (223 km) |
Average train duration 4h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 54m |
First train 7:25 AM |
Last train 3:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Martinez, CA to Truckee, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Martinez, CA and Truckee, CA from $35 (€28). 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 Martinez, CA to Truckee, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Martinez, CA to Truckee, 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 Truckee, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Martinez, CA to Truckee, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking available with carpool and vanpool lots
- Barrelista Coffee House
- Lemongrass Bistro
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- $0.50
- Quality Inn
- Best Western John Muir Inn
- Muir Lodge Motel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, waiting area, ticket office, and platforms
- Bus: Local bus services available
- Shuttle: Shuttle to the Martinez waterfront and downtown
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