The cheapest and fastest trains from San Francisco, CA to Woodland, CA
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
1 h 23 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
115 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Francisco, CA to Woodland, 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 Woodland, CA will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 26 trains that leave San Francisco, CA for Woodland, CA on Sun, Aug 16, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 16 the direct trains cover the 115 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 23 m .
On Sun, Aug 16 the slowest trains will take 1 h 26 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.
6 California Zephyr8:25 AM1h23Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA9:48 AMDavis station, Davis, CA$281One-way0 transfers
734 Capitol Corridor2:08 PM1h26Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA3:34 PMDavis station, Davis, CA$311One-way0 transfers
746 Capitol Corridor7:11 PM1h25Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA8:36 PMDavis station, Davis, CA$311One-way0 transfers
728 Capitol Corridor12:08 PM1h26Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA1:34 PMDavis station, Davis, CA$311One-way0 transfers
738 Capitol Corridor4:08 PM1h26Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA5:34 PMDavis station, Davis, CA$311One-way0 transfers
6 California Zephyr8:25 AM1h23Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA9:48 AMDavis station, Davis, CA$281One-way0 transfers
746 Capitol Corridor7:11 PM1h25Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA8:36 PMDavis station, Davis, CA$311One-way0 transfers
748 Capitol Corridor9:21 PM1h25Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA10:46 PMDavis station, Davis, CA$311One-way0 transfers
734 Capitol Corridor2:08 PM1h26Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA3:34 PMDavis station, Davis, CA$311One-way0 transfers
728 Capitol Corridor12:08 PM1h26Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA1:34 PMDavis station, Davis, CA$311One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for San Francisco, CA to Woodland, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Francisco, CA to Woodland, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $19, and a bus costs an average of $20.
Distance: 71 miles (115 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$23 Average price Cheapest | $29 Average price | $18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Francisco, CA to Woodland, CA:
A train is $6 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from San Francisco, CA to Woodland, CA costing on average $29 (€23).
Other travel options to Woodland, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 50m.
Tickets start at around $23 (€19) compared to roughly $18 (€14) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-5.04 (€-4.09). The journey takes 1h 31m versus 1h 21m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
San Francisco, CA to Woodland, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for San Francisco, CA to Woodland, CA trains for tomorrow, Sunday, August 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6670 AMTRAK · 720 Capitol Corridor | 7:15 AM San Francisco, CA | 2h09 | 9:24 AM Davis station, Davis, CA | 1 transfer | |
5006 AMTRAK · 6 California Zephyr | 7:15 AM San Francisco, CA | 2h33 | 9:48 AM Davis station, Davis, CA | 1 transfer | |
720 Capitol Corridor | 7:58 AM Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 1h26 | 9:24 AM Davis station, Davis, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
6 California Zephyr | 8:25 AM Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 1h23 | 9:48 AM Davis station, Davis, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
6674 AMTRAK · 724 Capitol Corridor | 9:25 AM San Francisco, CA | 2h09 | 11:34 AM Davis station, Davis, CA | 1 transfer | |
724 Capitol Corridor | 10:08 AM Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 1h26 | 11:34 AM Davis station, Davis, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Francisco, CA to Woodland, CA
Trains from San Francisco, CA to Woodland, CA run on average 22 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 21:41. The fastest train covers the 71 miles (115 km) distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 71 miles (115 km) |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 4:25 AM |
Last train 9:41 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Francisco, CA to Woodland, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Francisco, CA and Woodland, CA from $19 (€15). 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 Woodland, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Francisco, CA to Woodland, 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 Woodland, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from San Francisco, CA to Woodland, CA
Most San Francisco, CA to Woodland, CA trains use the San Francisco, Mission Street (Chase Bank) to Davis Station station pair. Use this guide to compare San Francisco, CA and Woodland, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which San Francisco, CA station do trains to Woodland, CA leave from?
Getting to San Francisco, Mission Street (Chase Bank) from San Francisco city centre
San Francisco, Mission Street (Chase Bank) is 2 km from San Francisco city centre. Public transport options include:
San Francisco, Mission Street (Chase Bank) train station facilities and services
San Francisco, Mission Street (Chase Bank) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurants are accessible in the vicinity.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
WiFi available at surrounding public areas. ATMs are aTMs available in nearby buildings.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at San Francisco, Mission Street (Chase Bank).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at San Francisco, Mission Street (Chase Bank): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at San Francisco, Mission Street (Chase Bank): Station is accessible to individuals with disabilities.
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