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Trip Summary
3 trains operate daily from Yosemite Valley to McKinleyville. The train trip from Yosemite Valley to McKinleyville is usually about 12 hours and 51 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak train can get you there in as little as 12 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 327 mi (526 km) |
| Fastest train | 12h 20m |
| Lowest price | $103.52 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Yosemite Valley to McKinleyville?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Yosemite Valley to McKinleyville. However, there are 3 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 3 | 12h 52m | $100.76 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 3 Amtrak trains from Yosemite Valley to McKinleyville every day, as well as 4 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $87.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Yosemite Valley and McKinleyville is approximately 327 miles, or 526 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 12 hours and 51 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 12 hours and 20 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Yosemite Valley to McKinleyville. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Yosemite Valley at 9:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 3 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Yosemite Valley?
Main departure station: Yosemite Valley Visitors Center
There are two stations in Yosemite Valley where you can board the train to McKinleyville.
All train stations in Yosemite Valley:
Yosemite Valley Visitors Center
Camp 4
Where is the train station in McKinleyville?
Main arrival station: Arcata Airport Terminal
McKinleyville has one train station.
Train stations in McKinleyville:
Arcata Airport Terminal
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