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How to get to Truckee by train
Routes | 32 |
Trips per day | 72 |
train lines | 2 |
Stations | 1 |
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What train companies travel to Truckee, California?
Located in California, Truckee is accessible by train from 32 other cities. You can choose from 72 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Truckee on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Coach tickets to Truckee are also available..
Train companies serving Truckee
Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Amtrak | 116 | 10h 3m | CA$96.79 |
Amtrak California Zephyr | 18 | 5h 30m | CA$83.62 |
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.
Amtrak California Zephyr is one of the longest train routes in the United States, spanning from Chicago to Emeryville. With views of the Colorado and Mississippi rivers, the Sierra Nevada mountains, and the Rockies, it highlights some of the most stunning views the US has.
Which train carrier has the best service to Truckee?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Truckee by train with Amtrak giving them a 3.9 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak California Zephyr had the most comfortable train service to Truckee taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak California Zephyr offers. They rate Amtrak California Zephyr a 4.6 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Truckee punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak has the best on time performance on their train schedules to Truckee, rating them a 4.2 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main train station in Truckee is 10065 Donner Pass Rd. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Truckee.
Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Los Angeles | 13h 54m | CA$119.41 |
Richmond | 6h 10m | CA$78.55 |
Oakland | 6h 10m | CA$89.29 |
Chico | 9h 30m | CA$79.37 |
San Francisco | 6h 5m | CA$86.70 |
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