Cheap train tickets from Santa Clara to Fremont

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Trip Summary

There are usually 7 daily train trips available from Santa Clara to Fremont. Traveling by train from Santa Clara to Fremont usually takes 20 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 15 minutes.

Distance
14 mi (22 km)
Fastest train
15m
Lowest price
$5.00
Trains per day
7
Most frequent service
Amtrak Capitol Corridor
Train lines
2

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What is the price of a train ticket from Santa Clara to Fremont?

In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Santa Clara to Fremont was $5.00. This is basically as cheap as train fares can get. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 3 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $2.04 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

Average train ticket prices from Santa Clara to Fremont by travel date

$15$10$5Oct

The cost of a one-way train trip from Santa Clara to Fremont is expected to stay pretty stable over the next four weeks. No matter which day you travel, you can expect to pay about $7 for your ticket.

Average train ticket prices from Santa Clara to Fremont by month

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Taking the train from Santa Clara to Fremont usually costs about the same throughout the year. In general, train ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around $7 whenever you decide to travel.

Prices as travel date approaches

$25$20$15$10$50

The price of train trips from Santa Clara to Fremont doesn't fluctuate much throughout the year, so you don’t need to book your tickets super far in advance. However, to avoid last-minute price surges or sold-out tickets, we recommend purchasing your train tickets at least 48 hours before departure.

Which train should you take from Santa Clara to Fremont?

2 train services operate from Santa Clara to Fremont. Amtrak Capitol Corridor usually has more trains scheduled, with 7 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak115m$5.00
Amtrak Capitol Corridor720m$7.00
  • 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 Santa Clara to Fremont every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $5.

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  • Since 1991, Capitol Corridor has connected Auburn to San Jose, with stops in Sacramento, Oakland, Berkeley, and 15 other cities in Northern California. The route's convenient transport to various cities includes breathtaking scenery guaranteed to help pass the time. Each train offers onboard WiFi and a cafe car for the comfort of passengers, as well as ample bicycle and luggage storage. Most Capitol Corridor trips make the journey from Santa Clara to Fremont in about 0 hours and 20 minutes.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Santa Clara to Fremont

The distance between Santa Clara and Fremont is approximately 14 miles, or 22 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 20 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 15 minutes. It's a short and pleasant ride; the train is a perfect way to get to Fremont.

Distance (mi)

14

Distance (km)

22

The earliest train departs Santa Clara at 6:25am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:30pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

First train

6:25am

Last train

11:30pm

Trains from Santa Clara to Fremont are the most crowded on Monday. 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 Saturday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Busiest

Monday

Least crowded

Saturday

City Information

Santa Clara

Santa Clara, CA, US - SLR-0

Santa Clara is a city in the San Francisco Bay Area, home to Santa Clara University, the San Francisco 49ers, and many of Silicon Valley's prominent tech companies. The Intel Museum, at Intel's headquarters, is the perfect place to celebrate technological advances and see exhibits like a giant replica of an Intel computing chip. The Intel Museum is free to visit, as is the Triton Museum of Art, home to contemporary artworks from Bay Area artists.

If you'd rather escape the fast-paced world of tech, the Santa Clara Valley is also home to over 30 wineries that encourage visitors to take it slow and relax a while. Drink in the view as you sip the wines at Kirigin Cellars, one of the oldest wineries in California.

Santa Clara is a fabulous city for a family vacation, too, just maybe without the winery visits. Instead, treat the kids to thrills at California's Great Adventure amusement park and South Bay Shores water park.

Santa Clara is one of the stops on the Capitol Corridor train that runs from San Jose to Sacramento. Amtrak Thruway provides a few bus trips out of Santa Clara, but there are even more options departing from its neighbors, San Jose and San Francisco. The closest major airport to Santa Clara is the San Jose Airport, but it also convenient to fly into San Francisco or Oakland.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Santa Clara?

Main departure station: 5099 Stars and Stripes Dr

There are two stations in Santa Clara where you can board the train to Fremont.

All train stations in Santa Clara:

  • 5099 Stars and Stripes Dr
  • Caltrain ACE station - 1001 Railroad Ave

Where is the train station in Fremont?

Main arrival station: 37260 Fremont Blvd

Fremont has one train station.

All train stations in Fremont:

  • 37260 Fremont Blvd

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