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Trip Summary
You can pick from 2 daily train trips between Madera and Santa Maria. The average train journey from Madera to Santa Maria takes 6 hours and 56 minutes, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as 5 hours and 56 minutes.
| Distance | 140 mi (226 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 56m |
| Lowest price | $61.00 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
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Which train should you take from Madera to Santa Maria?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Madera to Santa Maria. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 2 | 6h 56m | $61.00 |
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 Madera to Santa Maria every day, as well as 2 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $61.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Madera and Santa Maria is approximately 140 miles, or 226 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 56 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 56 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.
Monday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Madera to Santa Maria. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Monday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Madera at 9:00am 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 Madera 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 Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria?
Main arrival station: Santa Maria Bus Stop
Santa Maria has one train station.
All train stations in Santa Maria:
Santa Maria Bus Stop
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