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The cheapest and fastest trains from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV

Showing times and prices for Jun 21

Cheapest price

$154

Average price

$155

Fastest journey

11 h 42 m

Average duration

11 h 51 m

Trains per day

Distance

671 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV 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 Las Vegas, NV will cost around $155 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $154.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV without transferring at least once.

712 San Joaquins · 5619 AMTRAK

09:46AM11h42

Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA

09:28PMLas Vegas, NV

$1541One-way

1 transfer

712 San Joaquins · 5619 AMTRAK

09:46AM11h59

Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA

09:45PMLas Vegas, NV

$1561One-way

1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg.

Compare train with

Train	Most popular Flight	Bus
€137 Average price	€141 Average price	€101 Average price Cheapest
12h 12m Average duration 11h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 55m Average duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*	19h 53m Average duration 19h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest	2.0 - 4.0kg CO2 emissions	0.7 - 1.7kg 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 Las Vegas, NV train times

Showing trains for today, Friday, June 20

Last updated at 5:14 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
712 San Joaquins · 5619 AMTRAK	4:46 PM Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA	11h59	4:45 AM Las Vegas, NV	1 transfer
712 San Joaquins · 5619 AMTRAK	4:46 PM Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA	11h42	4:28 AM Las Vegas, NV	1 transfer
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV?

The best time to book your train from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV is 77 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV.

Trains

from $110

Buses

from $68

Flights

from $177

Journey information

Overview: Train from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV

USA

Trains from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $155 (€127) but you can travel from only $55 (€45) by flight.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from $55 (€45)

Distance

416 miles (670 km)

Average train duration

11h 42m

Cheapest ticket price

$155 (€127)

Trains per day

Fastest train

11h 42m

First train

17:46

Last train

17:46

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from $55 (€45)

Train providers: Amtrak from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV trains

You can travel by train from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV with Amtrak for as low as $154 (€125). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States and operates medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 American states and 3 Canadian provinces. With over 300 Amtrak trains running daily, you can travel by train across America and explore destinations near and far. Take the Acela train for high-speed services connecting popular cities in the Northeast, the Coast Starlight to travel up and down the stunning West Coast or the Empire Builder to travel from Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest among others. Amtrak offers different class options to suit any traveler’s budget with classes like Coach, Business, First and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. When you book your train journey to Las Vegas, NV from San Francisco, CA, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

Amtrak from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV train information:

Average Duration: 12 h 45 min
Cheapest Price: $154

FAQs: Trains from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV

FAQs: Travel by train from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV.

Cheap train tickets from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV can start from as little as $137 (€111) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV is $155 (€126); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV train time is 11 h 42 min covering the 415 mile (670 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV leaves at 8: 15 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV leaves at 10: 35 PM.

There is 1 train a day from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV train with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the trip between San Francisco, CA and Las Vegas, NV as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 35 PM.

The cheapest month for a train from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV is September.

You have options as you can travel to Las Vegas, NV from San Francisco, CA 3 different ways: bus, train or flight.