The cheapest and fastest trains from Truckee, CA to San Francisco, CA
Cheapest price
$91
Average price
$91
Fastest journey
6 h 24 m
Average duration
6 h 24 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
260 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Truckee, CA to San Francisco, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Truckee, CA to San Francisco, CA will cost around $91 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $91.
Of the 1 trains that leave Truckee, CA for San Francisco, CA on Mon, Dec 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 260 km distance in an average of 6 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 24 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 6 h 24 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 Truckee, CA to San Francisco, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Truckee, CA to San Francisco, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a flight costs an average of €148.
Distance: 161 miles (260 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€63 Average price | €42 Average price Cheapest | €261 Average price |
6h 36m Average total duration 6h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 2m Average total duration Fastest 5h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 32m Average total duration 6h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Truckee, CA to San Francisco, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Truckee, CA to San Francisco, CA trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:33 PM Truckee, CA | 6h24 | 11:57 PM San Francisco, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Truckee, CA to San Francisco, CA by bus, train, or flight
Compare bus, train, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Truckee, CA to San Francisco, CA
Trains from Truckee, CA to San Francisco, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $63 (€50) but you can travel from only $35 (€28) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:55, the last at 15:21. The fastest train covers the 161 miles (260 km) distance in 6h 24m.
Distance 161 miles (260 km) |
Average train duration 6h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $63 (€50) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 6h 24m |
First train 06:55 |
Last train 15:21 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Truckee, CA to San Francisco, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Truckee, CA and San Francisco, CA from $35 (€28). 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 Truckee, CA to San Francisco, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Truckee, CA 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.

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