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Compare bus, train, and flight for San Francisco, CA to Boulder, CO
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from San Francisco, CA to Boulder, CO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €22, and a train costs an average of €110.
Distance: 933 miles (1502 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight |
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€156 Average price | €76 Average price Cheapest |
33h 32m Average total duration 33h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Why should you book San Francisco to Boulder trains with Omio?
Amtrak operates all train services from San Francisco to Boulder. Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets.
Why book with Omio vs Amtrak?
- 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 Amtrak with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from San Francisco to Boulder.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Official reseller: Amtrak tickets can only be bought on Omio or Amtrak's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell Amtrak tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from San Francisco to Boulder.
Journey information
Overview: Train from San Francisco, CA to Boulder, CO
Trains from San Francisco, CA to Boulder, CO run on average 1 times per day, taking around 33h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $138 (€110) but you can travel from only $28 (€22) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:46, the last at 08:46. The fastest train covers the 933 miles (1502 km) distance in 33h 2m.
Distance 933 miles (1502 km) |
Average train duration 33h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $138 (€110) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 33h 2m |
First train 08:46 |
Last train 08:46 |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Francisco, CA to Boulder, CO trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Francisco, CA and Boulder, CO from $28 (€22). 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 San Francisco, CA to Boulder, CO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Francisco, CA to Boulder, CO 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 Boulder, CO, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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