5.0
Pros: Straightforward with the app, wish they had it for BART. Cons: Safety, mask precautions, distancing. Tips: Book in advance for best price.
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7 trains operate daily from Modesto to Emeryville. The train trip from Modesto to Emeryville is usually about 2 hours and 38 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak San Joaquins train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 7 minutes.
Distance | 72 mi (115 km) |
Fastest train | 2h 7m |
Lowest price | TRY 420.10 |
Trains per day | 5 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak San Joaquins |
Train lines | 2 |
Average score for trains from Modesto to Emeryville
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: Straightforward with the app, wish they had it for BART. Cons: Safety, mask precautions, distancing. Tips: Book in advance for best price.
The average price for a train ticket from Modesto to Emeryville is TRY 683.15, This is one of the best deals we’ve seen for train fares recently. By booking your trip at least 29 days in advance, you increase your chances of scoring even cheaper tickets. But if you wait until the day of your trip to book tickets, expect to pay TRY 147.04 more.
For the next 30 days, the cost of a one-way train trip from Modesto to Emeryville will range from TRY 485 to TRY 937. If you're planning to travel by train to Emeryville in the upcoming week, the cheapest train ticket from Modesto you can find in the next 7 days is TRY 549. Be sure to book your trip in advance as train ticket prices typically increase as your travel date approaches.
By booking your train trip from Modesto to Emeryville on Wanderu at least 29 days ahead of time, you can save about TRY 147.04 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
2 train services operate from Modesto to Emeryville. Amtrak San Joaquins usually has more trains scheduled, with 5 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Amtrak | 2 | 3h 47m | TRY 1,103.25 |
Amtrak San Joaquins | 5 | 2h 12m | TRY 587.82 |
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 Modesto to Emeryville every day, as well as 4 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from TRY 776.
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.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Modesto to Emeryville. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Sunday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Tuesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Modesto at 8:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. 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 7 scheduled trains on most days. 5 of these are direct connections to Emeryville. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Emeryville to Modesto.
Image credit: Tom Hilton
Link to image attributionModesto is a city in Central Valley, California. The city is known for its large agricultural industry and number of museums. Modesto is home to museums, natural history sites, and planetariums, like the Great Valley Museum and McHenry Museum. It also has different amusement and recreational centers offering playgrounds, rides, go-cart, and more, like Funworks Modesto and Graceada Park. As for nature lovers, Modesto features places for sports, hiking, camping, fishing, and picnics, like Jacob Myers Park and Ceres River Bluff Regional Park. The city is also a fun place for arts with the Graffiti Summer and the Gallo Center for the Arts.
The CA city is ideal for all craft beer and wine lovers, as it has several breweries and wineries to visit. Modesto also has a vibrant nightlife, with different nightclubs, lounges, bars, and restaurants, and is always brimming with pool parties, trance festivals, DJ nights, and more. Downtown Modesto has become a vibrant place for shopping, dining, and parties.
Modesto features several train and bus lines for those in and around the city. The city is easily accessible by Amtrak and Amtrak San Joaquins for trains, while Tufesa Plus offers bus services. The City of Modesto Transit Services powers the city's transportation.
Emeryville is the true hometown of Nemo, Buzz, and Mike Wazowski-- or at least the hometown of Pixar, the studio that created them. Located in Alameda County, right next to San Francisco, Emeryville is considered one of California's best residential areas. Locals of Emeryville enjoy a dense urban vibe, with numerous bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks.
If you love food, visit one of the most exquisite restaurants in Emeryville. The Old Stamp House is a restaurant where every crew member wants you to have a great time on each food course. They show incredible food knowledge and appreciation, as well as where and how the food was sourced.
There are almost limitless ways of transport, from bikes and buses to taxis, trains, and planes. Amtrak has multiple lines that stop in Emeryville, including the California Zephyr, Coast Starlight, and Capitol Corridor, on the way to cities like San Francisco, Sacramento, and even Chicago. San Francisco International Airport and Oakland International Airport are the two major international airports that serve Emeryville and are only 25 and 10 miles away, respectively.
There is one train station in Modesto.
1700 Held Dr
Emeryville has one train station.
5885 Horton St
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