5.0
Pros: Easy going train. Cons: Nothing. Tips: EASY RIDE AND VERY COMFORTABLE.
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There are usually 5 daily train trips available from Antioch to Modesto. Traveling by train from Antioch to Modesto usually takes one hour and 3 minutes, but the fastest Gold Runner train can make the trip in one hour and one minute.
| Distance | 51 mi (82 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 1m |
| Lowest price | CZK 314.84 |
| Trains per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | Gold Runner |
| Train lines | 1 |

Average score for trains from Antioch to Modesto
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: Easy going train. Cons: Nothing. Tips: EASY RIDE AND VERY COMFORTABLE.
Gold Runner is the one and only train line which connects Antioch to Modesto. However, there are 5 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Runner | 5 | 1h 3m | CZK 316.30 |
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.
Trains from Antioch to Modesto are the most crowded on Friday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Antioch at 9:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 6:00pm. 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 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Antioch to Modesto.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Modesto to Antioch.

Image credit: Tom Hilton
Link to image attributionModesto is a city in Central Valley, California. The city is known for its large agricultural industry and number of museums. Modesto is home to museums, natural history sites, and planetariums, like the Great Valley Museum and McHenry Museum. It also has different amusement and recreational centers offering playgrounds, rides, go-cart, and more, like Funworks Modesto and Graceada Park. As for nature lovers, Modesto features places for sports, hiking, camping, fishing, and picnics, like Jacob Myers Park and Ceres River Bluff Regional Park. The city is also a fun place for arts with the Graffiti Summer and the Gallo Center for the Arts.
The CA city is ideal for all craft beer and wine lovers, as it has several breweries and wineries to visit. Modesto also has a vibrant nightlife, with different nightclubs, lounges, bars, and restaurants, and is always brimming with pool parties, trance festivals, DJ nights, and more. Downtown Modesto has become a vibrant place for shopping, dining, and parties.
Modesto features several train and bus lines for those in and around the city. The city is easily accessible by Amtrak and Amtrak Gold Runner for trains, while Tufesa Plus offers bus services. The City of Modesto Transit Services powers the city's transportation.
There is one train station in Antioch.
100 I St
Modesto has one train station.
1700 Held Dr
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