The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Clara, CA to Fresno, CA
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$60
Fastest journey
7 h 27 m
Average duration
7 h 27 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
205 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Clara, CA to Fresno, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santa Clara, CA to Fresno, CA will cost around $60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
Of the 1 trains that leave Santa Clara, CA for Fresno, CA on Sat, Jan 31, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 31 the direct trains cover the 205 km distance in an average of 7 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 27 m .
On Sat, Jan 31 the slowest trains will take 7 h 27 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 Santa Clara, CA to Fresno, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Clara, CA to Fresno, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a flight costs an average of €623.
Distance: 127 miles (205 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€47 Average price | €36 Average price Cheapest | €624 Average price |
5h 36m Average total duration 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 26m Average total duration 7h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Santa Clara, CA to Fresno, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Clara, CA to Fresno, CA trains for today, Friday, January 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:08 PM Santa Clara, CA | 6h37 | 4:45 AM Fresno, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, January 31 | |||||
![]() | 3:18 PM Santa Clara, CA | 7h27 | 10:45 PM Fresno, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Clara, CA to Fresno, CA
Trains from Santa Clara, CA to Fresno, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $45 (€35) but you can travel from only $33 (€26) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 15:19. The fastest train covers the 127 miles (205 km) distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 127 miles (205 km) |
Average train duration 5h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€35) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 35m |
First train 06:12 |
Last train 15:19 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Santa Clara, CA to Fresno, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Santa Clara, CA and Fresno, CA from $33 (€26). 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 Santa Clara, CA to Fresno, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Clara, CA to Fresno, 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 Fresno, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Clara, CA to Fresno, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available on-site with both short-term and long-term options.
- Shepherd's Inn
- Joe's Steakhouse
- Outside the main entrance.
- $0.50
- DoubleTree by Hilton Fresno Convention Center
- Radisson Hotel Fresno Conference Center
- La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Fresno Yosemite
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak trains
- Bus: Fresno Area Express (FAX) routes 22, 26, 28, 34, 38
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