Find train tickets to Fresno
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Cheapest day | Monday |
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Most expensive day | Thursday |
Average price (round-trip) | $48 |
Average price (one-way) | $25 |
Top tips for finding Fresno train tickets
- When you're taking a train to Fresno, CA (FAT), you'll arrive at the Santa Fe Passenger Depot. This train station is located on Tulare Street close to Fresno City Hall. Along with passenger trains, the Fresno Station also services the Greyhound Bus and Fresno Area Express. There is also a bus at the station that goes directly to Yosemite National Park. Some amenities and conveniences that you'll enjoy at this station include public restrooms, a waiting area, and automated check-in.
- Amtrak's San Joaquins Train goes to Fresno. It actually stops at several cities in California, including Bakersfield, Stockton, Oakland, and San Francisco. Depending upon where you're coming from, you might see several landmarks on your train to Fresno. You might go by the mountains or national forests, such as Death Valley. Take in the picturesque skylines of major cities like Sacramento.
- Once you're at the Fresno train station, you can check your baggage with the Amtrak attendant. Storage lockers are also available for rent. If you have lots of luggage, you can rent a baggage cart to make it easier to transport. Smaller bags, such as laptop cases or backpacks, can be taken with you on the train. You can store them underneath your seat or overhead in the storage bin.
- Purchase a train ticket to Fresno or the nearby cities of Madera (MD7) or Hanford (IT4). Madera is less than 30min away from Fresno and Hanford is about 40min away. The Madera station is not enclosed and is unstaffed. The Hanford station, however, is enclosed. It has a small waiting area along with room for overnight parking.
- Looking for cheap train tickets to Fresno? 25% of our users found round-trip tickets to Fresno for the following prices or less: From Sacramento $43, from Emeryville $52, from Oakland $54
- Fresno's most searched train station on KAYAK is Fresno. It is located in the city center.
- You will generally catch the best train deals if you travel to Fresno in the morning.
FAQs when traveling to Fresno by train
What is the most popular train station in Fresno?
Fresno is the most searched station in Fresno by KAYAK users.
Which train companies travel to Fresno?
Amtrak is the only train company serving Fresno.
How long is the train journey to Fresno from the closest popular cities?
Sacramento to Fresno - 3h 19m
Emeryville to Fresno - 3h 59m
What amenities can I enjoy on the train to Fresno?
Take Amtrak to Fresno and you can enjoy hot meals that you can eat in the dining car. Set with silverware and china, it will be a fine dining experience. Reservations for breakfast, lunch, and dinner are made with the train conductor. If you'd prefer, you can buy a quick sandwich or snacks like chips, candy, and soda from your train attendant. Onboard the San Joaquins, you'll also have access to free Wi-Fi. This way you can communicate with the office or post photos on your social media account.
How can I get from the Fresno train station to my hotel?
The Fresno station is within walking distance of the heart of the city of Fresno. However, if you want to go to other parts of the city, you can catch a ride with the Fresno Area Express (the city bus system). This bus runs from early morning to midnight. It runs less during the weekend.
What are some day trips that I can take on Amtrak from Fresno?
In just over a couple of hours, you could be in Bakersfield (BFL) where you can tour the California Area Living Museum or the Buena Vista Museum of Natural History. If you're traveling with children, you might visit the Murray Family Farm and the Big Red Barn. Trains from Fresno often go to Oakland where there are lots to do, including outdoor activities like kayaking, row boating, and bird-watching. Other day trips to consider include taking the train to Modesto (OD9) or Stockton (9KN) from Fresno.
Where can I grab a bite to eat at the Fresno Station?
You'll find vending machines at the Fresno Train Station. They have a nice selection of chips, candy bars, soft drinks, and water. If you want something more substantial, there is a diner called the Shepherd's Inn right across the street from the train station. It serves home-style food like spaghetti and meatballs, fried chicken, burgers, and pork chops.
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