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Fremont - Santa Cruz Train Schedule

Bus
Train
Amtrak
  1. Mon,
  2. Tue,
  3. Wed,
  4. Thu,
  5. Fri
5:45 AM
Fremont37260 Fremont Blvd
7:46 AM
Santa CruzSanta Cruz, California
from RON 60.34
Bus
Train
Amtrak
  1. Mon,
  2. Tue,
  3. Wed,
  4. Thu,
  5. Fri
6:37 AM
Fremont37260 Fremont Blvd
8:59 AM
Santa CruzSanta Cruz, California
from RON 92.83
Bus
Train
Amtrak
  1. Mon,
  2. Tue,
  3. Wed,
  4. Thu,
  5. Fri
7:10 AM
Fremont37260 Fremont Blvd
9:56 AM
Santa CruzSanta Cruz, California
from RON 60.34
Bus
Train
Amtrak
  1. Mon,
  2. Tue,
  3. Wed,
  4. Thu,
  5. Fri
7:37 AM
Fremont37260 Fremont Blvd
9:56 AM
Santa CruzSanta Cruz, California
from RON 92.83
Bus
Train
Amtrak
  1. Mon,
  2. Tue,
  3. Wed,
  4. Thu,
  5. Fri
8:15 AM
Fremont37260 Fremont Blvd
10:46 AM
Santa CruzSanta Cruz, California
from RON 60.34

Trip Summary

9 trains operate daily from Fremont to Santa Cruz. The train trip from Fremont to Santa Cruz is usually about 2 hours and 12 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak train can get you there in as little as one hour and 52 minutes.

Distance40 mi (64 km)
Fastest train1h 52m
Lowest priceRON 60.34
Most frequent serviceAmtrak
Train lines1

Price trends for trains from Fremont to Santa Cruz

Average prices by travel date

RON 139RON 93RON 46AprMay

Monthly avg. prices

RON 116RON 93RON 70RON 46RON 23MJJASONDJFMA

Prices as travel date approaches

RON 116RON 93RON 70RON 46RON 233020100

Which train should you take from Fremont to Santa Cruz?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Fremont to Santa Cruz. However, there are 9 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak92h 13mRON 83.55

  • 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 9 Amtrak trains from Fremont to Santa Cruz every day, as well as 7 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from RON 60.

Frequently Asked Questions

While the train is the main method of transportation from Fremont to Santa Cruz, it will only take you part of the way there. Please note that part of your trip will be on a different vehicle, most commonly a bus or express shuttle.
The distance between Fremont and Santa Cruz is approximately 40 miles, or 64 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 2 hours and 12 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 hour 52 minutes. As a relatively short ride, taking the train is an easy way to travel between these two cities.

Wednesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Fremont to Santa Cruz. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Wednesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Sunday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

The earliest train departs Fremont at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 7:00pm. 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 9 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Santa Cruz to Fremont.

City Information

Station Information

Where is the train station in Fremont?

Main departure station: 37260 Fremont Blvd

There is one train station in Fremont.

All train stations in Fremont:

  • 37260 Fremont Blvd

Where is the train station in Santa Cruz?

Main arrival station: Santa Cruz, California

Santa Cruz has one train station.

All train stations in Santa Cruz:

  • Santa Cruz, California

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