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How to get to Stockton by train
Routes | 86 |
Trips per day | 435 |
train lines | 2 |
Stations | 2 |
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About Stockton
Stockton, California, is a diverse, creative, and culturally rich city. It's also in the perfect place for various Cali weekend trips, with Sacramento, San Francisco, and Yosemite National Park all within reach. Stockton is an excellent place to post up while touring Northern California.
And of course, there's plenty to do in the city itself. The Bob Hope Theatre, sometimes known as "The Fox" by locals, is a popular entertainment venue and a beautifully preserved piece of Stockton's history. The recent refurbishment has produced a magnificent place for local arts productions, film, dance, comedy, and Broadway-style entertainment, as well as the newest in top-name musical entertainment.
Amtrak has multiple routes to Stockton from Bakersfield, Los Angeles, and Sacramento. Jefferson Lines provides the most bus service to the city, and buses go from Stockton to cities across the nation, including Phoenix, Huntington Park, and even Ontario. The city has its own airport, Stockton Airport (SCK), although some travelers also use the airport in Sacramento for more flight options.
What train companies travel to Stockton, California?
Located in California, Stockton is accessible by train from 86 other cities. You can choose from 435 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Stockton on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to Stockton are also available..
Train companies serving Stockton
Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Amtrak | 153 | 9h 19m | CA$76.69 |
Amtrak San Joaquins | 16 | 2h 8m | CA$22.87 |
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.
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.
Which train service has the best service to Stockton?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Stockton by train with Amtrak giving them a 4.5 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak had the most comfortable train service to Stockton taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak offers. They rate Amtrak a 4.5 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Stockton punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak San Joaquins has the best on time performance on their train schedules to Stockton, rating them a 4.7 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
CA$6.90 is the cheapest price for a train ticket to Stockton, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on buses from your city to Stockton. In the last month, trains from Livermore to Stockton had the lowest average price at CA$6.90. In general, these cities tend to have the cheapest trains to Stockton:
The busiest train station in Stockton is 735 S San Joaquin St. As Stockton's main station, it has the most trains coming and going. However, a popular alternative is Cabral Station - 949 E Channel St.
Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Los Angeles | 7h 51m | CA$71.02 |
Glendale | 7h 35m | CA$68.95 |
Hanford | 3h 8m | CA$36.70 |
Fresno | 2h 28m | CA$33.06 |
Madera | 2h 4m | CA$31.37 |
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