Cheap train tickets from Fullerton to Santa Fe

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Trip Summary

There is one daily train from Fullerton to Santa Fe. Travelling by train from Fullerton to Santa Fe usually takes 19 hours and 22 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 19 hours and 7 minutes.

Distance
691 mi (1112 km)
Fastest train
19h 7m
Lowest price
£113.79
Trains per day
1
Most frequent service
Amtrak
Train lines
1

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Price trends for trains from Fullerton to Santa Fe

Average train ticket prices from Fullerton to Santa Fe by travel date

£135£90£45NovNov

Average train ticket prices from Fullerton to Santa Fe by month

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Prices as travel date approaches

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Which train should you take from Fullerton to Santa Fe?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Fullerton to Santa Fe. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak119h 22m£124.27

Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from Fullerton to Santa Fe

While the train is the main method of transport from Fullerton to Santa Fe, it will only take you part of the way there. Please note that part of your trip will be on a different vehicle, most commonly a coach or express shuttle.

Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your hand luggage with you when you transfer trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage. You can also take a train for your return trip from Santa Fe to Fullerton.

Trains per day

1

Direct trains

0

The distance between Fullerton and Santa Fe is approximately 691 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 19 hours and 22 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 19 hours and 7 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 patchy signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and films to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Distance (mi)

691

Distance (km)

1112

Most days, there is only one train which leaves Fullerton at 17:33 and arrives in Santa Fe around 19 hours later.

First train

5:33pm

Last train

5:33pm

Trains from Fullerton to Santa Fe are the most crowded on Thursday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider travelling on Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Busiest

Thursday

Least crowded

Thursday

City Information

Fullerton

Fullerton was founded in 1887 and is roughly 22 miles from Los Angeles. The area around Fullerton was the original California orange growing zone due to its great Mediterranean environment. The nightlife in downtown Fullerton is well-known, plus there are around 50 parks in the city, including the famed Fullerton Arboretum, which features 26 acres of uncommon and rare species as well as sculpted gardens.

Fullerton has some of the best art museums in the country, including Muckenthaler Art and Cultural Center and the Clayes Performing Arts Center. You can also experience amazing lakes such as the Laguna Lake Park.

If you're a beer-lover, visit the Bootleggers Brewery. Founded in 2008 by home brewer and beer enthusiast Aaron Barkenhagen, Bootleggers Brewery is one of Orange County's largest artisan breweries.

As for transport, Amtrak and Fullerton Metrolink are the two best train stations in Fullerton serviced by Amtrak's Southwest Chief and Pacific Surfliner. These Amtrak lines connect from Los Angeles, Bakersfield, and even as far away as Chicago. For coaches, Amtrak Thruway comes from Santa Ana, Bakersfield, Los Angeles, and Riverside to Fullerton. The nearest airport is Long Beach Airport, which is only 14 miles away from the city.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Fullerton?

Main departure station: 120 East Santa Fe Ave - Fullerton Transp Ctr

There is one train station in Fullerton.

All train stations in Fullerton:

  • 120 East Santa Fe Ave - Fullerton Transp Ctr

Where is the train station in Santa Fe?

Main arrival station: 410 S Guadalupe St

Santa Fe receives travellers from Fullerton at its two active train stations.

Train stations in Santa Fe:

  • 410 S Guadalupe St
  • 198 State Rd 192

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