Question 1

Can you take a train all the way from San Francisco to Napa?

Accepted Answer

While the train is the main method of transportation from San Francisco to Napa, it will only take you part of the way there. Please note that part of your trip will be on a different vehicle, most commonly a bus or express shuttle.

Question 2

Other ways to get from Boston to NYC

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There are usually 19 daily train trips available from Boston to New York.

Question 3

When are trains the most crowded?

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Trains from San Francisco to Napa are the most crowded on Friday. 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.

Question 4

Which train should you take from San Francisco to Napa?

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Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects San Francisco to Napa.  However, there are 4 trains per day to choose from.

Question 5

What is the price of a train ticket from San Francisco to Napa?

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Over the past month, a train ticket between San Francisco and Napa cost $16.00, on average. This is about as cheap as train fares get on this route. Booking your trip at least 28 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around $1.70 more.

Question 6

Is there a direct train from San Francisco to Napa?

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There are 4 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Napa to San Francisco.

Question 7

How long is the train journey from San Francisco to Napa?

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The distance between San Francisco and Napa is approximately 37 miles, or 59 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes  3 hours  and 18 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is  2 hours  and 30 minutes.  Although it takes a couple of hours each way, it's still possible to make a round trip in a single day. Since most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, you should be able to browse the Internet or get some work done during your journey.

Question 8

When are the first and last trains of the day?

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The earliest train departs San Francisco at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

Question 9

Get around town with Moovit

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Question 10

Where is the train station in Napa?

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Napa has one train station.

Question 11

Where is the train station in San Francisco?

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There is one train station in San Francisco.

Question 12

Prices as travel date approaches

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The average price of train tickets from San Francisco to Napa is pretty stable year-round. However, we still suggest buying your train tickets at least 48 hours prior to departure to avoid unexpected price hikes and the possibility of the train being sold out.

Question 13

Monthly avg. prices

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Taking the train from San Francisco to Napa usually costs about the same throughout the year. In general, train ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around  whenever you decide to travel.

Question 14

Need a return trip from Napa to San Francisco?

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Question 15

Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.

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With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.