Trains San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA: Times, Prices and Tickets

19/04/2024
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San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA by train

The journey from San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA by train is 62.23 km and takes 2 hrs 33 mins. There are 18 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:05 am and the last at 11:55 pm. It is possible to travel from San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration2 hrs 33 mins
Connection per Day18
First Departure12:05 am
Last Departure11:55 pm
Distance62.23 km
DepartureSan Francisco, CA
ArrivalSanta Clara, CA
CarriersAmtrak
Cheap train tickets from San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA
Looking for the best deal on a train ticket for your trip? Here are 4 ways to get cheap train tickets from San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA.

Book in advance and save

If you're looking for the best deal for your trip from San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA, booking train tickets in advance is a great way to save money, but keep in mind that advance tickets are usually not available until 3 months before your travel date.

Stay flexible with your travel time and explore off-peak journeys

Planning your trips around off-peak travel times not only means that you'll be able to avoid the crowds, but can also end up saving you money. Being flexible with your schedule and considering alternative routes or times will significantly impact the amount of money you spend on getting from San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA.

Always check special offers

Checking on the latest deals can help save a lot of money, making it worth taking the time to browse and compare prices. So make sure you get the best deal on your ticket and take advantage of special fares for children, youth and seniors as well as discounts for groups.

Unlock the potential of slower trains or connecting trains

If you're planning a trip with some flexible time, why not opt for the scenic route? Taking slower trains or connecting trains that make more stops may save you money on your ticket – definitely worth considering if it fits in your schedule.

Best time to book cheap train tickets from San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA

The cheapest San Francisco, CA - Santa Clara, CA train tickets can be found for as low as $122.98 if you’re lucky, or $150.18 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $180.84.

Find the best day to travel to Santa Clara, CA by train

When travelling to Santa Clara, CA by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Amtrak from San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA
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San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA CO2 Emissions by Train

Ecology
Train
4.36kg
Bus
4.67kg
Flight
12.45kg
Car
9.96kg
What are the CO2 emissions from San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between San Francisco, CA and Santa Clara, CA are 4.36kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between San Francisco, CA and Santa Clara, CA? By taking the train between San Francisco, CA and Santa Clara, CA you will save 8.09kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.31kg compared to a bus and 5.6kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between San Francisco, CA and Santa Clara, CA by train?
San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA is 62.23 km.
How long does the train between San Francisco, CA and Santa Clara, CA take?
San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA is on average 2 hrs 33 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 1 min.
How many train connections per day go from San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA?
San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA has 18 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA leave?
The earliest train from San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA departs at 12:05 am. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA depart?
The latest train from San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA departs at 11:55 pm. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What's the fastest journey time between San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA by train?
The fastest journey time by train between San Francisco, CA and Santa Clara, CA is 2 hrs 1 min.
Is there a direct train from San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA?
Yes, there is a direct train between San Francisco, CA and Santa Clara, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA by train?
The train journey from San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA creates 4.36kg of CO2 emissions.