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Cheap train tickets from Emeryville to Santa Clara
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Trip Summary
There are usually 7 daily train trips available from Emeryville to Santa Clara. Traveling by train from Emeryville to Santa Clara usually takes one hour and 12 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in one hour and 2 minutes.
- Distance
- 38 mi (61 km)
- Fastest train
- 1h 2m
- Lowest price
- $18.00
- Trains per day
- 7
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak Capitol Corridor
- Train lines
- 2
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There are several train options that can take you from Emeryville to Santa Clara:
See more detailsWhat is the price of a train ticket from Emeryville to Santa Clara?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Emeryville to Santa Clara was $18.52. 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 4 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $0.08 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Emeryville to Santa Clara by travel date
The cost of a one-way train trip from Emeryville to Santa Clara is expected to stay pretty stable over the next four weeks. No matter which day you travel, you can expect to pay about $18 for your ticket.
Average train ticket prices from Emeryville to Santa Clara by month
Taking the train from Emeryville to Santa Clara usually costs about the same throughout the year. In general, train ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around $18 whenever you decide to travel.
Prices as travel date approaches
The price of train trips from Emeryville to Santa Clara doesn't fluctuate much throughout the year, so you don’t need to book your tickets super far in advance. However, to avoid last-minute price surges or sold-out tickets, we recommend purchasing your train tickets at least 48 hours before departure.
Which train should you take from Emeryville to Santa Clara?
2 train services operate from Emeryville to Santa Clara. Amtrak Capitol Corridor usually has more trains scheduled, with 6 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 1h 35m | $19.00 |
| Amtrak Capitol Corridor | 6 | 1h 9m | $18.50 |
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 Emeryville to Santa Clara every day, as well as 2 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $18.
Since 1991, Capitol Corridor has connected Auburn to San Jose, with stops in Sacramento, Oakland, Berkeley, and 15 other cities in Northern California. The route's convenient transport to various cities includes breathtaking scenery guaranteed to help pass the time. Each train offers onboard WiFi and a cafe car for the comfort of passengers, as well as ample bicycle and luggage storage. Most Capitol Corridor trips make the journey from Emeryville to Santa Clara in about 1 hours and 9 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Emeryville to Santa Clara
There are 7 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Emeryville to Santa Clara. You can also take a train for your return trip from Santa Clara to Emeryville.
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
7
The distance between Emeryville and Santa Clara is approximately 38 miles, or 61 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 hour 12 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 hour 2 minutes. As a relatively short ride, taking the train is an easy way to travel between these two cities.
Distance (mi)
38
Distance (km)
61
The earliest train departs Emeryville at 6:03am while the last train of the day leaves at 6:46pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
First train
6:03am
Last train
6:46pm
Trains from Emeryville to Santa Clara are the most crowded on Sunday. 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 Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Sunday
Least crowded
Wednesday
City Information
Emeryville
Emeryville is the true hometown of Nemo, Buzz, and Mike Wazowski-- or at least the hometown of Pixar, the studio that created them. Located in Alameda County, right next to San Francisco, Emeryville is considered one of California's best residential areas. Locals of Emeryville enjoy a dense urban vibe, with numerous bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks.
If you love food, visit one of the most exquisite restaurants in Emeryville. The Old Stamp House is a restaurant where every crew member wants you to have a great time on each food course. They show incredible food knowledge and appreciation, as well as where and how the food was sourced.
There are almost limitless ways of transport, from bikes and buses to taxis, trains, and planes. Amtrak has multiple lines that stop in Emeryville, including the California Zephyr, Coast Starlight, and Capitol Corridor, on the way to cities like San Francisco, Sacramento, and even Chicago. San Francisco International Airport and Oakland International Airport are the two major international airports that serve Emeryville and are only 25 and 10 miles away, respectively.
Santa Clara
Santa Clara is a city in the San Francisco Bay Area, home to Santa Clara University, the San Francisco 49ers, and many of Silicon Valley's prominent tech companies. The Intel Museum, at Intel's headquarters, is the perfect place to celebrate technological advances and see exhibits like a giant replica of an Intel computing chip. The Intel Museum is free to visit, as is the Triton Museum of Art, home to contemporary artworks from Bay Area artists.
If you'd rather escape the fast-paced world of tech, the Santa Clara Valley is also home to over 30 wineries that encourage visitors to take it slow and relax a while. Drink in the view as you sip the wines at Kirigin Cellars, one of the oldest wineries in California.
Santa Clara is a fabulous city for a family vacation, too, just maybe without the winery visits. Instead, treat the kids to thrills at California's Great Adventure amusement park and South Bay Shores water park.
Santa Clara is one of the stops on the Capitol Corridor train that runs from San Jose to Sacramento. Amtrak Thruway provides a few bus trips out of Santa Clara, but there are even more options departing from its neighbors, San Jose and San Francisco. The closest major airport to Santa Clara is the San Jose Airport, but it also convenient to fly into San Francisco or Oakland.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Emeryville?
Main departure station: 5885 Horton St
There is one train station in Emeryville.
All train stations in Emeryville:
- 5885 Horton St
Where is the train station in Santa Clara?
Main arrival station: Caltrain ACE station - 1001 Railroad Ave
Santa Clara receives travelers from Emeryville at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Santa Clara:
- Caltrain ACE station - 1001 Railroad Ave
- 5099 Stars and Stripes Dr
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