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San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
Major modern and contemporary art museum with an internationally important collection and frequent blockbuster exhibitions.
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Santa Fe, NM to San Francisco, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $211. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $211, and a flight costs an average of $241.
Distance: 922 miles (1485 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
$211 Average price Cheapest | $429 Average price |
34h 22m Average total duration 33h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 0m Average total duration Fastest 6h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Santa Fe, NM to San Francisco, CA:
A train is $218 (€179) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santa Fe, NM to San Francisco, CA costing on average $429 (€353).
Other travel options to San Francisco, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 33h 52m.
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Trains from Santa Fe, NM to San Francisco, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 33h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $211 (€173) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:46, the last at 13:23. The fastest train covers the 922 miles (1485 km) distance in 33h 52m.
Distance 922 miles (1485 km) |
Average train duration 33h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $211 (€173) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 33h 52m |
First train 7:46 AM |
Last train 1:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Prices are high for hotels, dining, parking, and taxes. Budget options exist, but overall costs rank among the highest in the US.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants; 20%+ for great service. Bars: USD 1-2 per drink. Taxis/rideshares: 10-15% or round up. Hotels: USD 2-5 for porters, USD 3-5 daily for housekeeping.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Fe, NM to San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Santa Fe, NM to San Francisco, CA trains use the Santa Fe Station to Emeryville Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Santa Fe, NM and San Francisco, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Santa Fe Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and WC.
Food and drink options are available at Santa Fe Station.
ATMs are available at Santa Fe Station.
Available at Santa Fe Station: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Santa Fe Station.
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