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Roseville to Truckee Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Roseville to Truckee. Traveling by train from Roseville to Truckee usually takes 4 hours and 50 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak California Zephyr train can make the trip in 3 hours and 10 minutes.

Distance71 mi (115 km)
Fastest train3h 10m
Lowest price$32.00
Trains per day1
Most frequent serviceAmtrak California Zephyr
Train lines2

Train Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for trains from Roseville to Truckee

(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)

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5.0

Debra

January 13, 2020- Visiting friends

Amtrak California Zephyr

Pros: It was relaxing with beautiful views. I could also close my eyes and rest. Cons: Directions as to where the bathrooms are. Tips: Taking a train is a wonderful experience. Be sure to bring a snack!

What is the price of a train ticket from Roseville to Truckee?

Over the past month, a train ticket between Roseville and Truckee cost $41.50, on average. This price makes taking the train a budget-friendly option to get to Truckee. Booking your trip at least 20 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around $24.70 more.

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Mark your calendar for November if you want to score the cheapest train tickets from Roseville to Truckee. You’ll find the best deals during this time of year, when tickets cost an average of $54. If you're planning a trip from Roseville to Truckee during February, bear in mind that ticket prices are usually higher during this month. Expect to pay about $126 for your train ticket, unless you book well in advance and find an even better deal.

Which train should you take from Roseville to Truckee?

2 train services operate from Roseville to Truckee. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak16h 37m$71.47
Amtrak California Zephyr13h 10m$54.55
  • 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 Roseville to Truckee every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $43.

  • Amtrak California Zephyr is one of the longest train routes in the United States, spanning from Chicago to Emeryville. With views of the Colorado and Mississippi rivers, the Sierra Nevada mountains, and the Rockies, it highlights some of the most stunning views the US has.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Roseville to Truckee

The distance between Roseville and Truckee is approximately 71 miles, or 115 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 50 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 10 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.

Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Roseville to Truckee. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Friday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

The earliest train departs Roseville at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00am. 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 Roseville twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. One of these is a direct train, which will typically get you to Truckee faster. While it might still have stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains during your trip.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Truckee to Roseville.

City Information

Station Information

Where is the train station in Roseville?

Main departure station: 201 Pacific St

There is one train station in Roseville.

All train stations in Roseville:

  • 201 Pacific St

Where is the train station in Truckee?

Main arrival station: 10065 Donner Pass Rd

Truckee has one train station.

All train stations in Truckee:

  • 10065 Donner Pass Rd

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