Trains tickets from Santa Clara, US to San Francisco, US

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Clara to San Francisco

Average priceUS$68 - US$88Average duration11h 15m
15kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Average priceUS$27 - US$632Average duration2h 40m
5kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Santa Clara to San Francisco

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Francisco. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16train per day
2h 40mAverage duration
US$27Cheapest ticket
5kgCO₂ emissions

Train Santa Clara to San Francisco: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$28
Average train trip duration2h 40m
Number of daily trains16
Earliest train departure06:01
Distance36 miles
Latest train departure20:18

Santa Clara to San Francisco Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Clara, US - San Francisco, US

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Santa Clara to San Francisco cost?

    The average train ticket price from Santa Clara to San Francisco is US$28. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Santa Clara to San Francisco is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Santa Clara to San Francisco?

    A train trip between Santa Clara and San Francisco is around 2h 40m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 37m. This is the time it takes to travel the 39 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Santa Clara and San Francisco?

    The number of trains from Santa Clara to San Francisco can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 16. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Santa Clara to San Francisco by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Santa Clara to San Francisco?

    When taking the train from Santa Clara to San Francisco, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to San Francisco you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Santa Clara and San Francisco, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

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Did you know?

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

What's the cheapest way to go from Santa Clara to San Francisco?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Santa Clara and San Francisco is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$28 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$27. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Francisco, choose the train, as it will take you from Santa Clara to San Francisco in about 2h 40m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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Train from San Francisco to Santa Clara

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