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Trip Summary
You can pick from 4 daily train trips between Madera and San Bernardino. The average train journey from Madera to San Bernardino takes 7 hours and 27 minutes, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as 6 hours and 41 minutes.
Distance | 251 mi (404 km) |
Fastest train | 6h 41m |
Lowest price | $40.00 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak |
Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Madera to San Bernardino?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Madera to San Bernardino was $46.15. This is an excellent price given the length of the route. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 22 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $4.38 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average prices by travel date
The average cost of a one-way train trip from Madera to San Bernardino is expected to fluctuate between $44 and $54 in the next 30 days. If you’re planning a train trip to San Bernardino in the upcoming week, the cheapest price in the next 7 days for a ticket from Madera is $48.
Monthly avg. prices
Prices as travel date approaches
By booking your train trip from Madera to San Bernardino on Wanderu at least 22 days ahead of time, you can save about $4.38 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from Madera to San Bernardino?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Madera to San Bernardino. However, there are 4 trains per day to choose from.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak | 4 | 7h 28m | $48.62 |
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 4 Amtrak trains from Madera to San Bernardino every day, as well as 4 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $40.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Madera and San Bernardino is approximately 251 miles, or 404 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours and 27 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 41 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Madera to San Bernardino on Friday. Tickets for Friday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Tuesday. Tuesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Madera at 9:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 1:00pm. 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 4 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 San Bernardino to Madera.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Madera?
Main departure station: 18770 Rd 26
There is one train station in Madera.
All train stations in Madera:
18770 Rd 26
Where is the train station in San Bernardino?
Main arrival station: 1170 W Third St
San Bernardino has one train station.
All train stations in San Bernardino:
1170 W Third St
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