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How to get to Madera by train
- Routes
- 15
- Trips per day
- 88
- train lines
- 2
- Stations
- 1
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Popular train stations in Madera:
- 18770 Rd 26
What train companies travel to Madera, CA?
Located in California, Madera is accessible by train from 15 other cities. You can choose from 88 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Madera on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Coach tickets to Madera are also available.
Train companies serving Madera
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 101 | 6 hrs, 16 mins | £42.51 |
| Gold Runner | 15 | 2 hrs, 30 mins | £21.69 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railway 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 toilet, free WiFi and power sockets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
After becoming a permanent Amtrak rail route in 1974, the Gold Runner has offered train services throughout California and the San Joaquin Valley. The line runs daily from the San Francisco Bay Area to Bakersfield, with many stops in between, including Martinez and Modesto. Although Amtrak Gold Runner is one of the nation's busiest routes, it is renowned for being impeccably clean and safe, with passenger comfort remaining the carrier's highest priority. Most of the trains on this line are equipped with lavatories, onboard WiFi, disabled access, and personal power sockets, ensuring a comfortable journey for every passenger.
Which train carrier has the best service to Madera?
Based on customers’ travel reviews, travellers who booked on Wanderu rave about travelling to Madera by train with Amtrak, giving it a 5 rating out of 5.
Travellers also mentioned that Gold Runner had the most comfortable train service to Madera, taking into account the seats and amenities it offers. They rate Gold Runner at 4.9 out of 5 when it comes to how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive in Madera punctually, travellers suggest that Amtrak has the best on-time performance on its train schedules to Madera, rating it 5 out of 5 for on-time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
£6.73 is the cheapest price for a train ticket to Madera, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on trains from your city to Madera. In the last month, the lowest average price on a route to Madera was £6.73.
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£6.73
The main train station in Madera is 18770 Rd 26. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Madera.
The closest airport to Madera is Madera Municipal Airport (MAE), located 3.4 miles from the city centre of Madera.
Madera ranks number 44 among the most popular train destinations in California. Madera ranks number 196 among train destinations in the country. Madera ranks number 49 in California by the number of places connected to it by train. There are 67 direct train schedules arriving in Madera each day.
The population of Madera is 64,208. It ranks number 44 by population in California. It ranks number 171 by population in the country.
A short train trip to Madera, under 60 miles, can cost as little as £6.73. A 60 to 200 mile train trip to Madera starts at £12.71.
People who take the train to Madera are most often visiting their families or loved ones. With frequent services, the ability to book and hop on a train last minute make taking a train to Madera easy whether you’re planning a trip far in advance or need some quality time with loved ones at the last minute.
The closest train station to the city centre of Madera is 18770 Rd 26, located just 4.2 miles away. Select 18770 Rd 26 as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Madera. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.

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