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John Muir National Historic Site
Historic home and orchards of naturalist John Muir, with furnished rooms and exhibits on his life, writing, and conservation work.
Trains from Truckee, CA to Martinez, CA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $52 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:25, the last at 15:58. The fastest train covers the 138 miles (223 km) distance in 5h 32m.
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The table below shows live departures for Truckee, CA to Martinez, CA trains for today, Wednesday, October 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 6:33 PM Truckee, CA | 5h40 | 12:13 AM Martinez, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Truckee, CA to Martinez, CA with Amtrak. Night trains available on this route with Amtrak. High-speed trains available on this route with Amtrak. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Historic home and orchards of naturalist John Muir, with furnished rooms and exhibits on his life, writing, and conservation work.
Local history museum in downtown Martinez with exhibits on railroads, industry, daily life, and the city's waterfront past.
Specialized museum preserving shell and cartridge history, with displays valued by collectors and visitors interested in military artifacts.
Shoreline trail and fishing area beside the strait, popular for walking, birdwatching, and bridge views.
Waterfront park with marina views, picnic areas, trails, and broad scenery across the Carquinez Strait.
Lively historic downtown corridor lined with preserved buildings, independent shops, murals, and regular community events.
Slow-smoked brisket is a regional barbecue staple in Central Texas, prized for peppery bark, tender slices, and long pit smoking over oak.
Beef sausage, often called hot guts, is a classic Texas barbecue item with a coarse grind, heavy seasoning, and smoky snap.
Smoked beef ribs are a local barbecue favorite, cooked low and slow until rich, juicy, and deeply seasoned with salt and pepper.
Upscale-casual American grill with steaks, seafood, and cocktails in a polished yet approachable dining room.
Casual barbecue spot known for smoked meats, hearty plates, and a relaxed local atmosphere popular for lunch and early dinner.
Lively Tex-Mex restaurant serving fajitas, enchiladas, tacos, and margaritas in a family-friendly setting.
Moderate for California. Hotels and dining cost more than many U.S. small towns, but local transit and casual meals stay fairly manageable for visitors.
Tip 15-20% in restaurants, 10-15% for taxis, and round up or add $1 at cafes for good service.
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Most Truckee, CA to Martinez, CA trains use the Truckee Station to Martinez Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Truckee, CA and Martinez, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Truckee Station has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility, and WC.
Food and drink options are available at Truckee Station.
Available at Truckee Station: WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Truckee Station.
Martinez Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Barrelista Coffee House, Lemongrass Bistro
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Martinez Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Martinez Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Martinez Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Martinez Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Martinez Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Quality Inn, Best Western John Muir Inn, Muir Lodge Motel.
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