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5 trains operate daily from Richmond to Rocklin. The train trip from Richmond to Rocklin is usually about 2 hours and 45 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Capitol Corridor train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 4 minutes.
| Distance | 84 mi (136 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 4m |
| Lowest price | $31.00 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 2 |
Average score for trains from Richmond to Rocklin
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
4.0
Pros: Congenial atmosphere among passengers. Cons: Restroom on 1st level was out of order!! Not acceptable. It was an inconvenience!! Tips: Prepare for the connecting bus to final destination to be late in leaving!! Train was on time but connecting bus to Rocklin was really delayed in leaving. At least half hour.
2 train services operate from Richmond to Rocklin. Amtrak usually has more trains scheduled, with 4 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 4 | 2h 53m | $38.00 |
| Amtrak Capitol Corridor | 1 | 2h 10m | $31.00 |
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 4 Amtrak trains from Richmond to Rocklin every day, as well as 2 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $38.
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 Richmond to Rocklin in about 2 hours and 10 minutes.
Trains departing from Richmond to Rocklin tend to have the most passengers on Friday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Friday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Monday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Richmond at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 4:00pm. 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 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Richmond to Rocklin. In contrast, taking a non-direct train would require you to transfer trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Rocklin to Richmond.
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Richmond is a city in the South Francisco Bay Area, popular for its rich naval history, specifically its role in the World War 2 home front. During this time, thousands of workers moved to the city to support wartime industries. Richmond features different waterfront neighborhoods and houses facing the river with miles of waterfront areas. Richmond offers its residents scenic parks, shorelines, and outdoor spaces, including Tilden Regional Park, Point Pinole Regional Shoreline, and Regional Parks Botanic Garden. The city also has some unique places to check out, like the Miller/Knox Regional Shoreline, which combines a park with a rail museum, and the Redwood Valley Railway.
In Richmond, there are exciting things to do, like zipline adventures in Sonoma and Brazen Racing. The city boasts a fast-growing craft beer scene, with popular names like Fieldwork Brewing and East Brother Beer Company. You can time your visit to participate in the Richmond Main Street Initiative, beer and food, and art festivals. For shopping and restaurants, check out Downtown Richmond.
Richmond is easily accessible from 137 other cities by train, with most trains provided by Amtrak Capitol Corridor. If you prefer to travel by bus, you can follow the routes provided by FlixBus US US from tens of other cities. Within Richmond, there are dedicated public transit routes through BART and Amtrak.
There is one train station in Richmond.
BART Station - 1700 Nevin Ave
Rocklin has one train station.
Rocklin Rd and Railroad Ave
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