The cheapest and fastest trains from San Francisco, CA to Fullerton, CA
Cheapest price
$66
Average price
$66
Fastest journey
12 h 19 m
Average duration
12 h 19 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
594 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Francisco, CA to Fullerton, 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 Fullerton, CA will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $66.
Of the 1 trains that leave San Francisco, CA for Fullerton, CA on Wed, Mar 18, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Mar 18 the direct trains cover the 594 km distance in an average of 12 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 19 m .
On Wed, Mar 18 the slowest trains will take 12 h 19 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for San Francisco, CA to Fullerton, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from San Francisco, CA to Fullerton, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $65, and a flight costs an average of $145.
Distance: 369 miles (594 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$74 Average price Cheapest | $79 Average price | $196 Average price |
11h 45m Average total duration 11h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 11m Average total duration 11h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 1.8 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
San Francisco, CA to Fullerton, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for San Francisco, CA to Fullerton, CA trains for today, Tuesday, March 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:10 PM San Francisco, CA | 12h29 | 6:39 AM Fullerton, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets San Francisco, CA to Fullerton, CA by train, bus, or flight
Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Francisco, CA to Fullerton, CA
Trains from San Francisco, CA to Fullerton, CA run on average 21 times per day, taking around 11h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $65 (€53) but you can travel from only $63 (€51) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 369 miles (594 km) distance in 10h 10m.
Distance 369 miles (594 km) |
Average train duration 11h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 (€53) |
Trains per day 21 |
Fastest train 10h 10m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Caltrain from San Francisco, CA to Fullerton, CA trainsAmtrak, Caltrain trains will get you between San Francisco, CA and Fullerton, CA from $63 (€51). 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 Fullerton, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Francisco, CA to Fullerton, 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 Fullerton, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from San Francisco, CA to Fullerton, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with entrances on Santa Fe Avenue and Pomona Avenue.
- The Old Spaghetti Factory
- Heroes Bar & Grill
- Outside the main entrance.
- $0.50
- Fullerton Marriott at California State University
- The Hotel Fullerton Anaheim
- Holiday Inn Express Fullerton
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: access to platforms 1 & 2 for Metrolink
- Hall 3: access to platform 3 for Amtrak
- Bus: OCTA routes 26, 43, 47, 143, 543
- Amtrak Thruway Bus Service
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