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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
1 h 2 m
Average duration
1 h 2 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara, CA will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
Of the 7 trains that leave San Francisco, CA for Santa Clara, CA on Fri, Jan 09, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 09 the direct trains cover the 62 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .
On Fri, Jan 09 the slowest trains will take 1 h 3 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 38 miles (62 km)
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2h 13m Average total duration 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA trains for tomorrow, Friday, January 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 521 Capitol Corridor | 2:03 PM Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 1h02 | 3:05 PM Great America Station, Santa Clara, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 523 Capitol Corridor | 3:06 PM Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 1h02 | 4:08 PM Great America Station, Santa Clara, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 527 Capitol Corridor | 4:23 PM Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 1h08 | 5:31 PM Great America Station, Santa Clara, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 529 Capitol Corridor | 5:25 PM Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 1h02 | 6:27 PM Great America Station, Santa Clara, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA
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Trains from San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) but you can travel from only $11 (€8) by bus.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 38 miles (62 km) distance in 1h 3m.
Distance 38 miles (62 km) |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 1h 3m |
First train 04:30 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Caltrain from San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA trainsAmtrak, Caltrain trains will get you between San Francisco, CA and Santa Clara, CA from $11 (€8). 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 Santa Clara, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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