Riverside, CA to San Francisco, CA train

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Overview: Train from Riverside, CA to San Francisco, CA

Trains from Riverside, CA to San Francisco, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 11h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $66 (€61) but you can travel from only $41 (€37) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $41 (€37)
Distance
385 miles (620 km)
Average train duration
11h 34m
Cheapest ticket price
$66 (€61)
Trains per day
5
Train providers
1
Fastest train
11h 30m
First train
05:51
Last train
22:35
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $41 (€37)

Train providers: Amtrak from Riverside, CA to San Francisco, CA trains

Buy your official Amtrak train tickets from Riverside, CA to San Francisco, CA from $64 (€59) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable route.

Amtrak is a passenger train service based in the United States. It operates more than 300 trains daily including trains between Riverside, CA and San Francisco, CA, connecting more than 500 destinations in 46 states and three Canadian provinces. Amtrak offers a variety of train types, including the Acela Express, Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and the Auto Train. The Acela Express is the fastest train, reaching speeds of up to 150 mph. The Northeast Regional is the most popular, offering frequent service between major cities in the Northeast. The Keystone Service is a regional service connecting Philadelphia and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The Auto Train is a unique service that allows passengers to transport their cars along with them. Amtrak offers a variety of ticket types, including Saver, Value, Flexible, and Business Class. Saver tickets are the most affordable, while Business Class tickets offer the most amenities, such as complimentary meals and access to the Amtrak Metropolitan Lounge. Onboard facilities vary by train type, but all Amtrak trains offer comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Amtrak include the Northeast Corridor, which runs between Washington, D. C. And Boston, and the Pacific Surfliner, which runs between San Diego and San Luis Obispo, California. Other popular routes include the Capitol Corridor, which runs between San Jose and Sacramento, California, and the Empire Builder, which runs between Chicago and Seattle.

Riverside, CA to San Francisco, CA train information with Amtrak:

  • Average Duration: 11 h 30 min
  • Cheapest Price: $64

FAQs: Trains from Riverside, CA to San Francisco, CA

FAQs: Travel by train from Riverside, CA to San Francisco, CA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Riverside, CA to San Francisco, CA.
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Cheap train tickets from Riverside, CA to San Francisco, CA can start from as little as $66 (€61) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Riverside, CA to San Francisco, CA is $80 (€74); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time to San Francisco, CA from Riverside, CA is on average 11 h 30 min   for the 384 mile (620 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Riverside, CA and San Francisco, CA by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Riverside, CA to San Francisco, CA leaves at 6: 05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Riverside, CA to San Francisco, CA leaves at 10: 35 PM.
There are 5 trains a day from Riverside, CA to San Francisco, CA which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the best Riverside, CA to San Francisco, CA train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services between Riverside, CA and San Francisco, CA to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 35 PM.
The cheapest month to travel from Riverside, CA to San Francisco, CA by train is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to San Francisco, CA from Riverside, CA including taking a bus, train or flight.

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