Find and compare the best ground travel options in one place.
We find the cheapest bus & train tickets, so you can wander for less.
We partner with 500+ carriers to bring you the most bus & train options.
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
2 trains operate daily from Emeryville to Yosemite Valley. The train trip from Emeryville to Yosemite Valley is usually about 7 hours and 30 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak train can get you there in as little as 5 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 147 mi (237 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 50m |
| Lowest price | $30.00 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
Average score for trains from Emeryville to Yosemite Valley
(Based on 3 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: The trip from Emeryville to Yosemite was very comfortable and stress free. Cons: Nothing. Tips: Just take a Lyft from your hotel to the station.
5.0
Pros: The train conductor was a very pleasant man. He was kind and helpful, and really made the trip enjoyable. I didnt catch his name unfortunately!! Cons: Have more staff like our conductor. He was exceptional. Tips: Make sure you have your tickets ready when you get on board.
Over the past month, a train ticket between Emeryville and Yosemite Valley cost $31.83, on average. This price makes taking the train a budget-friendly option to get to Yosemite Valley. Booking your trip at least 23 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around $8.07 more.
The average cost of a one-way train trip from Emeryville to Yosemite Valley is expected to fluctuate between $30 and $35 in the next 30 days. If you’re planning a train trip to Yosemite Valley in the upcoming week, the cheapest price in the next 7 days for a ticket from Emeryville is $30.
Since ticket prices on this route stay pretty consistent, you don’t need to book way in advance. However, we recommend buying your train ticket to Yosemite Valley at least 48 hours before your scheduled departure to prevent any unpleasant surprises, like last-minute surges in price or sold-out tickets.
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Emeryville to Yosemite Valley. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 2 | 7h 30m | $33.40 |
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 2 Amtrak trains from Emeryville to Yosemite Valley every day, as well as 6 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $30.
The distance between Emeryville and Yosemite Valley is approximately 147 miles, or 237 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours and 30 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 50 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.
Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Emeryville to Yosemite Valley. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Emeryville at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Emeryville twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Yosemite Valley to 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.
There is one train station in Emeryville.
5885 Horton St
There are more train stations and stops in Yosemite Valley than most cities. Most trains from Emeryville will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Yosemite Valley:
Yosemite Valley Visitors Center
Camp 4
9010 Curry Village Drive
$168+
$25+
$67+
$5+
$32+
$91+
$197+
$66+
$10+
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.
