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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.
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Take a train from Roseville, CA to Santa Cruz, CA and enjoy the approximately 129 miles (208 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 16:30.
Distance 129 miles (208 km) |
First train 4:55 AM |
Last train 4:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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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 Roseville, 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 Roseville, CA to Santa Cruz, CA trains use the Roseville Station to Santa Cruz, Bus Station Metro Center station pair. Use this guide to compare Roseville, CA and Santa Cruz, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Roseville Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Roseville Station.
ATMs are available at Roseville Station.
Available at Roseville Station: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roseville Station.
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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