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Trip Summary
You can pick from 2 daily train trips between Kettleman City and Madera. The average train journey from Kettleman City to Madera takes 3 hours and 26 minutes, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as 2 hours and 51 minutes.
| Distance | 66 mi (106 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 51m |
| Lowest price | $20.50 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Kettleman City to Madera?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Kettleman City to Madera. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 2 | 3h 26m | $20.50 |
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 2 Amtrak trains from Kettleman City to Madera every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $21.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Kettleman City to Madera tend to have the most passengers on Tuesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Tuesday. 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 Tuesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Kettleman City at 10:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00pm. 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 Kettleman City 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 Madera to Kettleman City.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Kettleman City?
Main departure station: 3300 Hubert Way I-5 & Hwy 41
There is one train station in Kettleman City.
All train stations in Kettleman City:
3300 Hubert Way I-5 & Hwy 41
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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