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Routes18
Trips per day142
train lines2
Stations2

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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 18 other cities. You can choose from 142 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

TrainRoutesAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak2218h 35mTRY 2,944.12
Gold Runner162h 17mTRY 1,119.21

  • 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 Gold Runner 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 Gold Runner 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 carrier has the best service to Stockton?

Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Stockton by train with Gold Runner giving them a 4.7 rating out of 5.

Travelers also mentioned that Gold Runner had the most comfortable train service to Stockton taking into account the seats and amenities that Gold Runner offers. They rate Gold Runner 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 Gold Runner has the best on time performance on their train schedules to Stockton, rating them a 4.8 based on their on time arrivals.

Frequently Asked Questions

TRY 252.64 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 trains from your city to Stockton. In the last month, trains from Livermore to Stockton had the lowest average price at TRY 252.64.

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.

The closest airport to Stockton is Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK), it is located 5.3 miles from the city center of Stockton.
Stockton ranks number 15 among most popular train destinations in the region. It also ranks number 104 in United States. Stockton ranks number 46 in the region in terms of the number of destinations that connect to Stockton via train service. On average 81 direct daily train trips serve Stockton.
The population of Stockton is 305658. Stockton ranks number 15 in terms of population in California and number 83 in all of United States.
Train tickets to Stockton range from TRY 253 for a short trip to Stockton, while a 60 to 200 mile train trip to Stockton starts at , and a longer trip by train to Stockton can be as cheap as . Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as .
People who take the train to Stockton are most often visiting their families or loved ones. With frequent schedules, the ability to book and hop on a train last minute make taking a train to Stockton easy whether you're planning a trip far in advance or need some quality time with loved ones at the last minute.
The closest train station to the city center of Stockton is Cabral Station - 949 E Channel St, located just 0.6 miles away. Select Cabral Station - 949 E Channel St as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Stockton. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.

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