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Trip Summary
You can pick from 3 daily train trips between Yosemite Valley and Indio. The average train journey from Yosemite Valley to Indio takes 12 hours and 50 minutes, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as 12 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 337 mi (542 km) |
| Fastest train | 12h 45m |
| Lowest price | $84.00 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Yosemite Valley to Indio?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Yosemite Valley to Indio. However, there are 3 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 3 | 12h 50m | $84.00 |
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 3 Amtrak trains from Yosemite Valley to Indio every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $84.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Yosemite Valley and Indio is approximately 337 miles, or 542 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 12 hours and 50 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 12 hours and 45 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 Yosemite Valley to Indio. 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 Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Yosemite Valley at 9:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00am. 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 3 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 Indio to Yosemite Valley.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Yosemite Valley?
Main departure station: Camp 4
There are two stations in Yosemite Valley where you can board the train to Indio.
All train stations in Yosemite Valley:
Camp 4
Yosemite Valley Visitors Center
Where is the train station in Indio?
Main arrival station: Highway 111 and Monroe St
Indio has one train station.
All train stations in Indio:
Highway 111 and Monroe St
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