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Trip Summary
You can pick from 6 daily train trips between Hanford and Madera. The average train journey from Hanford to Madera takes one hour and 3 minutes, but some Amtrak San Joaquins train trips are as short as one hour and 2 minutes.
| Distance | 49 mi (80 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 2m |
| Lowest price | $13.00 |
| Trains per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak San Joaquins |
| Train lines | 1 |
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Which train should you take from Hanford to Madera?
Amtrak San Joaquins is the one and only train line which connects Hanford to Madera. However, there are 6 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak San Joaquins | 6 | 1h 3m | $13.31 |
After becoming a permanent Amtrak rail route in 1974, the San Joaquins 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 San Joaquins 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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Hanford to Madera
Trains departing from Hanford to Madera tend to have the most passengers on Saturday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Saturday. 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 Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Hanford 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 6 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Hanford to Madera.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Madera to Hanford.
City Information
Hanford
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Hanford is a little town in San Joaquin Valley, but, despite its size, is the cultural and commercial center of the south-central area. It's a fantastic location for history buffs and families, with museums like the Carnegie Museum of Kings County, Taoist Temple Museum, and Children's Storybook Garden & Museum. Hanford also features many green spaces and parks for picnics, sports, and even a duck pond, like Hidden Valley Park, Civic Center Park, and Centennial Park. The Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park is a popular family-friendly destination in Hanford.
The city has vibrant nightlife in the China Alley Historic District and Main Street, where you can participate in live events like concerts and outdoor dancing or check out shops and restaurants. Main Street has the Thursday Night Market Place to look forward to every Thursday. You can also look out for regular festivals in Hanford like job fairs, cultural and arts festivals, and parades.
Hanford is also easy to get to from other cities, as you can get over 100 train routes by Amtrak and Amtrak San Joaquin or by bus from Amtrak Thruway. The city has public transportation provided by Kings Area Rapid Transit.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Hanford?
Main departure station: 200 Santa Fe Ave
There is one train station in Hanford.
All train stations in Hanford:
200 Santa Fe Ave
Where is the train station in Madera?
Main arrival station: 18770 Rd 26
Madera has one train station.
All train stations in Madera:
18770 Rd 26
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