The cheapest and fastest trains from Placentia, CA to San Francisco, CA
Cheapest price
$167
Average price
$167
Fastest journey
12 h 25 m
Average duration
12 h 25 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
597 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Placentia, 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 Placentia, CA to San Francisco, CA will cost around $167 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $167.
It's difficult to get from Placentia, CA to San Francisco, CA without transferring at least 2 times.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Placentia, CA to San Francisco, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Placentia, 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 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €56, and a flight costs an average of €96.
Distance: 370 miles (597 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€56 Average price | €96 Average price | €56 Average price Cheapest |
10h 35m Average total duration 10h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 52m Average total duration 11h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Placentia, CA to San Francisco, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Placentia, CA to San Francisco, CA trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:50 AM Placentia, CA | 12h25 | 9:15 PM San Francisco, CA | 2 transfers | |
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Compare prices and tickets Placentia, CA to San Francisco, CA by train, bus, or flight
Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Placentia to San Francisco trains with Omio?
Metrolink Trains operates all train services from Placentia to San Francisco. Omio is the only official third party seller for Metrolink Trains tickets.
Why book with Omio vs Metrolink Trains?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Metrolink Trains with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Placentia to San Francisco.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Official reseller: Metrolink Trains tickets can only be bought on Omio or Metrolink Trains's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Metrolink Trains tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell Metrolink Trains tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Placentia to San Francisco.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Placentia, CA to San Francisco, CA
Trains from Placentia, CA to San Francisco, CA run on average 19 times per day, taking around 10h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 (€56) but you can travel from only $69 (€56) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:05, the last at 07:05. The fastest train covers the 370 miles (597 km) distance in 10h 5m.
Distance 370 miles (597 km) |
Average train duration 10h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€56) |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 10h 5m |
First train 07:05 |
Last train 07:05 |
Train companies: Metrolink Trains from Placentia, CA to San Francisco, CA trainsMetrolink Trains trains will get you between Placentia, CA and San Francisco, CA from $69 (€56). 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 Placentia, CA to San Francisco, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Placentia, 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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