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Cons: No reservations! Please ask politicians to dump the high speed rail rather improve Amtrak. Tips: If you are a solo traveler then it's worth it. You can reach your destination for the price of gas.
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Modesto to Madera Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Modesto to Madera?
There are usually 1 daily bus trips available from Modesto to Madera.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceNOK 207.43 | Avg. PriceNOK 178.72 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips6 |
Duration | Duration1h 24m | Duration1h 17m |
Trip Summary
There are usually 6 daily train trips available from Modesto to Madera. Traveling by train from Modesto to Madera usually takes one hour and 17 minutes, but the fastest Gold Runner train can make the trip in one hour and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 70 mi (112 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 15m |
| Lowest price | NOK 175.21 |
| Trains per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | Gold Runner |
| Train lines | 1 |
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Which train should you take from Modesto to Madera?
Gold Runner is the one and only train line which connects Modesto to Madera. However, there are 6 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Runner | 6 | 1h 18m | NOK 177.84 |
After becoming a permanent Amtrak rail route in 1974, the Gold Runner 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 Gold Runner 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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Modesto to Madera
The distance between Modesto and Madera is approximately 70 miles, or 112 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 hour 17 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 hour 15 minutes. As a relatively short ride, taking the train is an easy way to travel between these two cities.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Modesto to Madera on Saturday. Tickets for Saturday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Wednesday. Wednesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
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 6 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Modesto to Madera.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Madera to Modesto.
City Information
Modesto
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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 Gold Runner for trains, while Tufesa Plus offers bus services. The City of Modesto Transit Services powers the city's transportation.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Modesto?
Main departure station: 1700 Held Dr
There is one train station in Modesto.
All train stations in Modesto:
1700 Held Dr
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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