The cheapest and fastest trains from San Francisco, CA to Ontario, CA
Cheapest price
$99
Average price
$99
Fastest journey
9 h 14 m
Average duration
9 h 14 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
595 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Francisco, CA to Ontario, 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 Ontario, CA will cost around $99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $99.
Of the 1 trains that leave San Francisco, CA for Ontario, CA on Thu, Nov 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 20 the direct trains cover the 595 km distance in an average of 9 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 14 m .
On Thu, Nov 20 the slowest trains will take 9 h 14 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 bus, train, and flight for San Francisco, CA to Ontario, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Francisco, CA to Ontario, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €67. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €67, and a flight costs an average of €102.
Distance: 369 miles (595 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€72 Average price Cheapest | €132 Average price | €85 Average price |
10h 18m Average total duration 9h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 28m Average total duration 8h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Compare prices and tickets San Francisco, CA to Ontario, CA by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Francisco, CA to Ontario, CA
Trains from San Francisco, CA to Ontario, CA run on average 8 times per day, taking around 9h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $82 (€67) but you can travel from only $67 (€54) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 369 miles (595 km) distance in 9h 14m.
Distance 369 miles (595 km) |
Average train duration 9h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $82 (€67) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 9h 14m |
First train 04:55 |
Last train 22:15 |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Francisco, CA to Ontario, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Francisco, CA and Ontario, CA from $67 (€54). 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 Ontario, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Francisco, CA to Ontario, 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 Ontario, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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