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Trip Summary
You can pick from 2 daily train trips between San Bernardino and Fullerton. The average train journey from San Bernardino to Fullerton takes 3 hours and 16 minutes, but some Amtrak Southwest Chief train trips are as short as one hour and 53 minutes.
| Distance | 40 mi (64 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 53m |
| Lowest price | €11.47 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 2 |
What is the price of a train ticket from San Bernardino to Fullerton?
Over the past month, a train ticket between San Bernardino and Fullerton cost €18.08, on average. This is about as cheap as train fares get on this route. 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 €6.97 more.
Average train ticket prices from San Bernardino to Fullerton by month
Which train should you take from San Bernardino to Fullerton?
2 train services operate from San Bernardino to Fullerton. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 4h 39m | €29.08 |
| Amtrak Southwest Chief | 1 | 1h 53m | €15.42 |
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 San Bernardino to Fullerton every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from €25.
The Southwest Chief is a passenger train operated by America’s largest train service, Amtrak. The full route travels over 2,200 miles from Chicago to Los Angeles, which takes over 43 hours. The train covers the stretch from San Bernardino to Fullerton in about 1 hours and 53 minutes. In addition to standard Coach Class seats, the Southwest Chief offers several sleeper cabin options on longer journeys. Amtrak’s Southwest Chief is consistently ranked as one of the most scenic train routes in America, thanks to the stunning views of the Painted Desert, the Red Cliffs of Sedona, and the Grand Canyon you’ll see from your train window.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from San Bernardino to Fullerton
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from San Bernardino to Fullerton 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 San Bernardino at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 6:00am. 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 San Bernardino 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 Fullerton 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 Fullerton to San Bernardino.
City Information
Fullerton
Fullerton was founded in 1887 and is roughly 22 miles from Los Angeles. The area around Fullerton was the original California orange growing zone due to its great Mediterranean environment. The nightlife in downtown Fullerton is well-known, plus there are around 50 parks in the city, including the famed Fullerton Arboretum, which features 26 acres of uncommon and rare species as well as sculpted gardens.
Fullerton has some of the best art museums in the country, including Muckenthaler Art and Cultural Center and the Clayes Performing Arts Center. You can also experience amazing lakes such as the Laguna Lake Park.
If you're a beer-lover, visit the Bootleggers Brewery. Founded in 2008 by home brewer and beer enthusiast Aaron Barkenhagen, Bootleggers Brewery is one of Orange County's largest artisan breweries.
As for transportation, Amtrak and Fullerton Metrolink are the two best train stations in Fullerton serviced by Amtrak's Southwest Chief and Pacific Surfliner. These Amtrak lines connect from Los Angeles, Bakersfield, and even as far away as Chicago. For buses, Amtrak Thruway comes from Santa Ana, Bakersfield, Los Angeles, and Riverside to Fullerton. The nearest airport is Long Beach Airport, which is only 14 miles away from the city.
Station Information
Where is the train station in San Bernardino?
Main departure station: 1170 W Third St
There is one train station in San Bernardino.
All train stations in San Bernardino:
1170 W Third St
Where is the train station in Fullerton?
Main arrival station: 120 East Santa Fe Ave - Fullerton Transp Ctr
Fullerton has one train station.
All train stations in Fullerton:
120 East Santa Fe Ave - Fullerton Transp Ctr
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