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Trip Summary

There are 6 daily trains from Madera to Modesto. Traveling by train from Madera to Modesto usually takes around one hour and 19 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak San Joaquins train can make the trip in one hour and 13 minutes.

Distance70 mi (112 km)
Fastest train1h 13m
Lowest price£6.34
Trains per day6
Most frequent serviceAmtrak San Joaquins
Train lines1

What is the price of a train ticket from Madera to Modesto?

The average price for a train ticket from Madera to Modesto is £7.86, This is one of the best deals we’ve seen for train fares recently. By booking your trip at least 29 days in advance, you increase your chances of scoring even cheaper tickets. But if you wait until the day of your trip to book tickets, expect to pay £2.77 more.

Average prices by travel date

£24£16£8MarApr

For the next 30 days, the cost of a one-way train trip from Madera to Modesto will range from £7 to £13. If you're planning to travel by train to Modesto in the upcoming week, the cheapest train ticket from Madera you can find in the next 7 days is £9. Be sure to book your trip in advance as train ticket prices typically increase as your travel date approaches.

Monthly average prices

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The price of a train ticket from Madera to Modesto remains pretty stable, regardless of when you plan to travel. Tickets on this route usually cost £10 throughout the year.

Prices as travel date approaches

£20£16£12£8£43020100

Since ticket prices on this route stay pretty consistent, you don’t need to book way in advance. However, we recommend buying your train ticket to Modesto at least 48 hours before your scheduled departure to prevent any unpleasant surprises, like last-minute surges in price or sold-out tickets.

Which train should you take from Madera to Modesto?

Amtrak San Joaquins is the one and only train line which connects Madera to Modesto. However, there are 6 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak San Joaquins61h 19m£9.36
  • After becoming a permanent Amtrak rail route in 1974, the San Joaquins 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 San Joaquins 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 outlets, ensuring a comfortable journey for every passenger.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Madera and Modesto is approximately 70 miles, or 112 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 hour 19 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 hour 13 minutes. As a relatively short ride, taking the train is an easy way to travel between these two cities.

Trains from Madera to Modesto are the most crowded on Wednesday. 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 traveling on Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

The earliest train departs Madera at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 20:00. 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 6 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Madera to Modesto.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Modesto to Madera.

City Information

Modesto

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Modesto is a city in Central Valley, California. The city is known for its large agricultural industry and number of museums. Modesto is home to museums, natural history sites, and planetariums, like the Great Valley Museum and McHenry Museum. It also has different amusement and recreational centers offering playgrounds, rides, go-cart, and more, like Funworks Modesto and Graceada Park. As for nature lovers, Modesto features places for sports, hiking, camping, fishing, and picnics, like Jacob Myers Park and Ceres River Bluff Regional Park. The city is also a fun place for arts with the Graffiti Summer and the Gallo Center for the Arts.

The CA city is ideal for all craft beer and wine lovers, as it has several breweries and wineries to visit. Modesto also has a vibrant nightlife, with different nightclubs, lounges, bars, and restaurants, and is always brimming with pool parties, trance festivals, DJ nights, and more. Downtown Modesto has become a vibrant place for shopping, dining, and parties.

Modesto features several train and bus lines for those in and around the city. The city is easily accessible by Amtrak and Amtrak San Joaquins for trains, while Tufesa Plus offers bus services. The City of Modesto Transit Services powers the city's transportation.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Madera?

Main departure station: 18770 Rd 26

There is one train station in Madera.

All train stations in Madera:

  • 18770 Rd 26

Where is the train station in Modesto?

Main arrival station: 1700 Held Dr

Modesto has one train station.

Train stations in Modesto:

  • 1700 Held Dr

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