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Trip Summary
You can pick from 5 daily train trips between Modesto and Antioch. The average train journey from Modesto to Antioch takes one hour and 4 minutes, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.
| Distance | 51 mi (82 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 4m |
| Lowest price | $12.00 |
| Trains per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak San Joaquins |
| Train lines | 1 |
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What is the price of a train ticket from Modesto to Antioch?
The average price for a train ticket from Modesto to Antioch is $12.00, This is one of the best deals we’ve seen for train fares recently. By booking your trip at least 4 days in advance, you increase your chances of scoring even cheaper tickets. But if you wait until the day of your trip to book tickets, expect to pay $0.38 more.
Monthly avg. prices
Taking the train from Modesto to Antioch usually costs about the same throughout the year. In general, train ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around $11 whenever you decide to travel.
Which train should you take from Modesto to Antioch?
Amtrak San Joaquins is the one and only train line which connects Modesto to Antioch. However, there are 5 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak San Joaquins | 5 | 1h 5m | $12.29 |
After becoming a permanent Amtrak rail route in 1974, the San Joaquins has offered train services throughout California and the San Joaquin Valley. The line runs daily from the San Francisco Bay Area to Bakersfield, with many stops in between, including Martinez and Modesto. Although Amtrak San Joaquins is one of the nation's busiest routes, it is renowned for being impeccably clean and safe, with passenger comfort remaining the carrier's highest priority. Most of the trains on this line are equipped with lavatories, onboard WiFi, disabled access, and personal power outlets, ensuring a comfortable journey for every passenger.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Modesto and Antioch is approximately 51 miles, or 82 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 hour 4 minutes, As a relatively short ride, taking the train is an easy way to travel between these two cities.
Monday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Modesto to Antioch. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Monday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Thursday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Modesto at 8:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. 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 5 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Modesto to Antioch.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Antioch to Modesto.
City Information
Modesto
Image credit: Tom Hilton
Link to image attributionModesto is a city in Central Valley, California. The city is known for its large agricultural industry and number of museums. Modesto is home to museums, natural history sites, and planetariums, like the Great Valley Museum and McHenry Museum. It also has different amusement and recreational centers offering playgrounds, rides, go-cart, and more, like Funworks Modesto and Graceada Park. As for nature lovers, Modesto features places for sports, hiking, camping, fishing, and picnics, like Jacob Myers Park and Ceres River Bluff Regional Park. The city is also a fun place for arts with the Graffiti Summer and the Gallo Center for the Arts.
The CA city is ideal for all craft beer and wine lovers, as it has several breweries and wineries to visit. Modesto also has a vibrant nightlife, with different nightclubs, lounges, bars, and restaurants, and is always brimming with pool parties, trance festivals, DJ nights, and more. Downtown Modesto has become a vibrant place for shopping, dining, and parties.
Modesto features several train and bus lines for those in and around the city. The city is easily accessible by Amtrak and Amtrak San Joaquins for trains, while Tufesa Plus offers bus services. The City of Modesto Transit Services powers the city's transportation.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Modesto?
Main departure station: 1700 Held Dr
There is one train station in Modesto.
All train stations in Modesto:
1700 Held Dr
Where is the train station in Antioch?
Main arrival station: 100 I St
Antioch has one train station.
All train stations in Antioch:
100 I St
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