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Trip Summary
5 trains operate daily from Yosemite Valley to Westchester. The train trip from Yosemite Valley to Westchester is usually about 18 hours long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak train can get you there in as little as 9 hours and 55 minutes.
| Distance | 270 mi (434 km) |
| Fastest train | 10h 0m |
| Lowest price | €44.29 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Yosemite Valley to Westchester?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Yosemite Valley to Westchester. However, there are 5 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 5 | 18h 13m | €49.95 |
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 5 Amtrak trains from Yosemite Valley to Westchester every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from €44.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Yosemite Valley and Westchester is approximately 270 miles, or 434 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 18 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 9 hours and 55 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 Yosemite Valley to Westchester tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. 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 Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Yosemite Valley at 09:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 16:00. 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 5 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 Westchester to Yosemite Valley.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Yosemite Valley?
Main departure station: Yosemite Valley Visitors Center
There are two stations in Yosemite Valley where you can board the train to Westchester.
All train stations in Yosemite Valley:
Yosemite Valley Visitors Center
Camp 4
Where is the train station in Westchester?
Main arrival station: 6860 Park Terrace Dr
Westchester has one train station.
Train stations in Westchester:
6860 Park Terrace Dr
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