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Trip Summary
There are 4 daily trains from Yosemite National Park to Santa Clarita. Traveling by train from Yosemite National Park to Santa Clarita usually takes around 11 hours and 59 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 6 hours and 47 minutes.
| Distance | 246 mi (397 km) |
| Fastest train | 6h 47m |
| Lowest price | €36.75 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Yosemite National Park to Santa Clarita?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Yosemite National Park to Santa Clarita. However, there are 4 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 4 | 12h 0m | €36.75 |
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 4 Amtrak trains from Yosemite National Park to Santa Clarita every day, as well as 4 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from €37.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Yosemite National Park and Santa Clarita is approximately 246 miles, or 397 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 11 hours and 59 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 47 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.
Monday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Yosemite National Park to Santa Clarita. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Monday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Tuesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Yosemite National Park at 10:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 17:00. 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. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Santa Clarita to Yosemite National Park.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Yosemite National Park?
Main departure station: Mariposa Grove Visitor Center
There is one train station in Yosemite National Park.
All train stations in Yosemite National Park:
Mariposa Grove Visitor Center
Where is the train station in Santa Clarita?
Main arrival station: Metrolink Station - 24300 Railroad Ave
Santa Clarita has one train station.
Train stations in Santa Clarita:
Metrolink Station - 24300 Railroad Ave
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