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Trip Summary
There is one daily train from Truckee to Santa Cruz. Traveling by train from Truckee to Santa Cruz usually takes around 10 hours and 21 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 7 hours and 53 minutes.
Distance | 191 mi (308 km) |
Fastest train | 7h 53m |
Lowest price | £55.07 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak |
Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Truckee to Santa Cruz?
Over the past month, a train ticket between Truckee and Santa Cruz cost £55.07, on average. Booking your trip at least 1 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around £0.32 more.
Monthly average prices
Ticket prices for the train from Truckee to Santa Cruz often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in August when the average ticket price is only £56,
If you're thinking of traveling from Truckee to Santa Cruz during November, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £63 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in November, is to book your trip well in advance.
Which train should you take from Truckee to Santa Cruz?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Truckee to Santa Cruz. 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.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak | 1 | 10h 22m | £57.82 |
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 1 Amtrak trains from Truckee to Santa Cruz every day, as well as 3 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from £55.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Truckee and Santa Cruz is approximately 191 miles, or 308 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 10 hours and 21 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 7 hours and 53 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 Truckee to Santa Cruz tend to have the most passengers on Sunday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Sunday. 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 Wednesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Truckee at 07:00 and arrives in Santa Cruz around 7 hours later.
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 carry-on 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 Cruz to Truckee.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Truckee?
Main departure station: 10065 Donner Pass Rd
There is one train station in Truckee.
All train stations in Truckee:
10065 Donner Pass Rd
Where is the train station in Santa Cruz?
Main arrival station: Santa Cruz, California
Santa Cruz has one train station.
Train stations in Santa Cruz:
Santa Cruz, California
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