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Colfax - Truckee Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from Colfax to Truckee. The train trip from Colfax to Truckee is usually about 2 hours and 17 minutes long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.

Distance44 mi (71 km)
Fastest train2h 17m
Lowest price$12.00
Trains per day1
Most frequent serviceAmtrak California Zephyr
Train lines2

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What is the price of a train ticket from Colfax to Truckee?

In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Colfax to Truckee was $12.00. This is basically as cheap as train fares can get. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 11 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $75.00 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

Monthly average prices

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You can find the lowest prices on this route during September. This time of year offers the best deals on train tickets from Colfax to Truckee, with the average price at just $26. Train tickets on this route are most expensive in March, when the average price goes up to $94. You can still score cheap deals below this average price, though, especially if you plan ahead and book your ticket in advance.

Which train should you take from Colfax to Truckee?

2 train services operate from Colfax to Truckee. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak12h 17m$36.67
Amtrak California Zephyr12h 17m$44.97
  • 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 1 Amtrak trains from Colfax to Truckee every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $34.

  • Amtrak California Zephyr is one of the longest train routes in the United States, spanning from Chicago to Emeryville. With views of the Colorado and Mississippi rivers, the Sierra Nevada mountains, and the Rockies, it highlights some of the most stunning views the US has.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Colfax and Truckee is approximately 44 miles, or 71 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 2 hours and 17 minutes, Although it takes a couple of hours each way, it's still possible to make a round trip in a single day. Since most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, you should be able to browse the Internet or get some work done during your journey.

Trains departing from Colfax to Truckee tend to have the most passengers on Sunday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Sunday. 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 Friday as the least number of people tend to travel then.

Most days, there is only one train which leaves Colfax at 12:00pm and arrives in Truckee around 2 hours later.

Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Truckee with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Truckee to Colfax.

City Information

Station Information

Where is the train station in Colfax?

Main departure station: 99 Railroad St

There is one train station in Colfax.

All train stations in Colfax:

  • 99 Railroad St

Where is the train station in Truckee?

Main arrival station: 10065 Donner Pass Rd

Truckee has one train station.

All train stations in Truckee:

  • 10065 Donner Pass Rd

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