The cheapest and fastest trains from San Francisco, CA to Fresno, CA
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$50
Fastest journey
3 h 59 m
Average duration
4 h 39 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
261 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Francisco, CA to Fresno, CA 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 Fresno, CA will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
Of the 4 trains that leave San Francisco, CA for Fresno, CA on Sat, Apr 11, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Apr 11 the direct trains cover the 261 km distance in an average of 4 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 59 m .
On Sat, Apr 11 the slowest trains will take 4 h 55 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.
1:46 AM3h59San Francisco, CA5:45 AMFresno, CA$421One-way0 transfers
3:30 PM4h55San Francisco, CA8:25 PMFresno, CA$501One-way0 transfers
5:40 PM4h45San Francisco, CA10:25 PMFresno, CA$501One-way0 transfers
8:50 PM4h55San Francisco, CA1:45 AMFresno, CA$591One-way0 transfers
1:46 AM3h59San Francisco, CA5:45 AMFresno, CA$421One-way0 transfers
5:40 PM4h45San Francisco, CA10:25 PMFresno, CA$501One-way0 transfers
8:50 PM4h55San Francisco, CA1:45 AMFresno, CA$591One-way0 transfers
3:30 PM4h55San Francisco, CA8:25 PMFresno, CA$501One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for San Francisco, CA to Fresno, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Francisco, CA to Fresno, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $40, and a flight costs an average of $237.
Distance: 162 miles (261 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$49 Average price Cheapest | $56 Average price | $418 Average price |
4h 44m Average total duration 4h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 16m Average total duration 5h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 30m Average total duration Fastest 3h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
San Francisco, CA to Fresno, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for San Francisco, CA to Fresno, CA trains for today, Thursday, April 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6612 AMTRAK · 712 Gold Runner | 4:40 PM San Francisco, CA | 4h45 | 9:25 PM Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 1 transfer | |
6616 AMTRAK · 716 Gold Runner | 8:40 PM San Francisco, CA | 4h45 | 1:25 AM Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 1 transfer | |
6642 AMTRAK · 718 Gold Runner | 11:45 PM San Francisco, CA | 5h03 | 4:48 AM Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, April 10 | |||||
![]() | 1:46 AM San Francisco, CA | 3h59 | 5:45 AM Fresno, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:30 PM San Francisco, CA | 4h55 | 8:25 PM Fresno, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Francisco, CA to Fresno, CA
Trains from San Francisco, CA to Fresno, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€32) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 20:16. The fastest train covers the 162 miles (261 km) distance in 3h 59m.
Distance 162 miles (261 km) |
Average train duration 4h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€32) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 59m |
First train 4:25 AM |
Last train 8:16 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Francisco, CA to Fresno, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Francisco, CA and Fresno, CA from $32 (€26). 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 Fresno, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Francisco, CA to Fresno, 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 Fresno, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from San Francisco, CA to Fresno, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available on-site with both short-term and long-term options.
- Shepherd's Inn
- Joe's Steakhouse
- Outside the main entrance.
- $0.50
- DoubleTree by Hilton Fresno Convention Center
- Radisson Hotel Fresno Conference Center
- La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Fresno Yosemite
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak trains
- Bus: Fresno Area Express (FAX) routes 22, 26, 28, 34, 38
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