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McKinleyville to Santa Paula Train Schedule
Trip Summary
On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from McKinleyville to Santa Paula. The train trip from McKinleyville to Santa Paula is usually about 14 hours and 55 minutes long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 533 mi (857 km) |
| Fastest train | 14h 55m |
| Lowest price | $93.75 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from McKinleyville to Santa Paula?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects McKinleyville to Santa Paula. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 14h 56m | $93.75 |
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 1 Amtrak trains from McKinleyville to Santa Paula every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $94.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from McKinleyville to Santa Paula
The distance between McKinleyville and Santa Paula is approximately 533 miles, or 857 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 14 hours and 55 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.
Trains from McKinleyville to Santa Paula are the most crowded on Monday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves McKinleyville at 5:00am and arrives in Santa Paula around 14 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. 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 transfer 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 Paula to McKinleyville.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in McKinleyville?
Main departure station: Arcata Airport Terminal
There is one train station in McKinleyville.
All train stations in McKinleyville:
Arcata Airport Terminal
Where is the train station in Santa Paula?
Main arrival station: Denny's restaurant
Santa Paula has one train station.
All train stations in Santa Paula:
Denny's restaurant
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