5.0
Pros: How easy it was. Cons: More buses and train times on Sunday. There were only 2 options both in the morning, I would have liked to leave later on in the day. Tips: Get there early.
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Santa Clara - Auburn Train Timetable
- Fri
6:23 AM
11:10 AM
- Fri
6:31 AM
11:10 AM
- Fri
11:10 AM
3:35 PM
- Fri
11:18 AM
3:35 PM
- Sat
1:10 PM
5:35 PM
Trip Summary
4 trains operate daily from Santa Clara to Auburn. The train trip from Santa Clara to Auburn is usually about 4 hours and 12 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Capitol Corridor train can get you there in as little as 3 hours and 48 minutes.
| Distance | 117 mi (188 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 48m |
| Lowest price | £34.47 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 2 |
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Overall score for trains from Santa Clara to Auburn
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What is the price of a train ticket from Santa Clara to Auburn?
In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Santa Clara to Auburn was £37.68. At this price, taking the train is the cheap and easy way to go. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Auburn if you book your train tickets at least 14 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra £1.57.
Monthly average prices
Ticket prices for the train from Santa Clara to Auburn stay pretty consistent throughout the year. You can expect to pay around £34 regardless of when you plan to travel.
Prices as travel date approaches
Since the average price of train trips from Santa Clara to Auburn remains pretty consistent throughout the year, there’s no need to book your tickets too far in advance. However, we still recommend you purchase your train tickets at least 48 hours ahead of departure time to avoid surprise last-minute surges and the risk of the train selling out.
Which train should you take from Santa Clara to Auburn?
2 train services operate from Santa Clara to Auburn. Amtrak usually has more trains scheduled, with 3 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 3 | 4h 19m | £41.27 |
| Amtrak Capitol Corridor | 1 | 3h 58m | £34.47 |
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 Santa Clara to Auburn every day, as well as 2 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from £41.
Since 1991, Capitol Corridor has connected Auburn to San Jose, with stops in Sacramento, Oakland, Berkeley, and 15 other cities in Northern California. The route's convenient transport to various cities includes breathtaking scenery guaranteed to help pass the time. Each train offers onboard WiFi and a cafe car for the comfort of passengers, as well as ample bicycle and luggage storage. Most Capitol Corridor trips make the journey from Santa Clara to Auburn in about 3 hours and 58 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, there are trains that can take you the entire way from Santa Clara to Auburn. However, there are also some trips on this route that require you to board another vehicle, such as a bus or a shuttle, during your journey. This is worth paying attention to as you book your trip, since a direct train may be preferable for its speed and convenience.
The distance between Santa Clara and Auburn is approximately 117 miles, or 188 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 12 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 48 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.
Trains departing from Santa Clara to Auburn tend to have the most passengers on Saturday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Saturday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Monday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Santa Clara at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 15:00. 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 4 scheduled trains on most days. 2 of these are direct connections to Auburn. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Auburn to Santa Clara.
City Information
Santa Clara
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Santa Clara is a city in the San Francisco Bay Area, home to Santa Clara University, the San Francisco 49ers, and many of Silicon Valley's prominent tech companies. The Intel Museum, at Intel's headquarters, is the perfect place to celebrate technological advances and see exhibits like a giant replica of an Intel computing chip. The Intel Museum is free to visit, as is the Triton Museum of Art, home to contemporary artworks from Bay Area artists.
If you'd rather escape the fast-paced world of tech, the Santa Clara Valley is also home to over 30 wineries that encourage visitors to take it slow and relax a while. Drink in the view as you sip the wines at Kirigin Cellars, one of the oldest wineries in California.
Santa Clara is a fabulous city for a family vacation, too, just maybe without the winery visits. Instead, treat the kids to thrills at California's Great Adventure amusement park and South Bay Shores water park.
Santa Clara is one of the stops on the Capitol Corridor train that runs from San Jose to Sacramento. Amtrak Thruway provides a few bus trips out of Santa Clara, but there are even more options departing from its neighbors, San Jose and San Francisco. The closest major airport to Santa Clara is the San Jose Airport, but it also convenient to fly into San Francisco or Oakland.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Santa Clara?
Main departure station: 5099 Stars and Stripes Dr
There are two stations in Santa Clara where you can board the train to Auburn.
All train stations in Santa Clara:
5099 Stars and Stripes Dr
Caltrain ACE station - 1001 Railroad Ave
Where is the train station in Auburn?
Main arrival station: 277 Nevada St at Fulweiler St
Auburn has one train station.
Train stations in Auburn:
277 Nevada St at Fulweiler St
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