The cheapest and fastest trains from San Francisco, CA to Boulder, CO
Cheapest price
$431
Average price
$431
Fastest journey
1 d 9 h 12 m
Average duration
1 d 9 h 12 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1502 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Francisco, CA to Boulder, CO is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Francisco, CA to Boulder, CO will cost around $431 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $431.
Of the 1 trains that leave San Francisco, CA for Boulder, CO on Fri, May 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 1502 km distance in an average of 1 d 9 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 9 h 12 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 1 d 9 h 12 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.
4:15 PM33h12San Francisco, CA1:27 AMBoulder, CO$4311One-way0 transfers
4:15 PM33h12San Francisco, CA1:27 AMBoulder, CO$4311One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for San Francisco, CA to Boulder, CO
Omio recommends booking the train 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 $44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 8h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $44, and a train costs an average of $204.
Distance: 933 miles (1502 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
$494 Average price | $153 Average price Cheapest |
33h 32m Average total duration 33h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 10m Average total duration Fastest 8h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Francisco, CA to Boulder, CO:
A flight is $341 (€272) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Francisco, CA to Boulder, CO costing on average $494 (€395).
Other travel options to Boulder, CO take longer:
Train takes on average 33h 2m.
Bus takes on average 56h 1m.
Live departures
San Francisco, CA to Boulder, CO train times
The table below shows live departures for San Francisco, CA to Boulder, CO trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:15 PM San Francisco, CA | 33h12 | 1:27 AM Boulder, CO | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:25 PM San Francisco, CA | 33h02 | 1:27 AM Boulder, CO | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets San Francisco, CA to Boulder, CO by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Francisco, CA to Boulder, CO
Trains from San Francisco, CA to Boulder, CO run on average 2 times per day, taking around 33h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $204 (€163) but you can travel from only $44 (€35) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:00, 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 $204 (€163) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 33h 2m |
First train 7:00 AM |
Last train 8:46 AM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Francisco, CA to Boulder, CO trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Francisco, CA and Boulder, CO from $44 (€35). 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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